Stonewashing is a technique that creates a worn-look effect by washing garments with detergents and natural pumice or a synthetic stone. The process requires higher energy and water use than conventional textile laundering and it also decreases the lifespan of the washing machines used. A newer alternative, bio-stoning, uses enzymes (usually cellulase, a natural protein) to achieve a similar esthetic with lower energy and water consumption. However, these enzymes can also cause allergic reactions for workers.(1,2)
STONEWASHING
