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Materials Guide

Every material we use, explained without spin.

Real materials behave differently. This guide is here so you can pick the case that actually fits your life — not the one with the prettiest marketing copy.

Wood phone cases

Feel
Smooth, warm, with visible grain.
Durability
Strong; can dent on edge impacts.
Skin contact
Natural surface, finished with plant-based oil.
Drop protection
Usually 4–6 ft with inner bumper.
Pros
Each piece is unique. Patinas beautifully.
Limits
Not waterproof. Most use a thin TPU inner bumper.
Plastic-free?
Plastic-free exterior; usually has a small inner bumper.

Cork phone cases

Feel
Soft, warm, grippy, slightly cushioned.
Durability
Self-healing for minor dings.
Skin contact
Hypoallergenic, naturally antimicrobial.
Drop protection
4–5 ft with inner bumper.
Pros
Harvested without harming the tree. Renewable.
Limits
Lighter colors can stain over time.
Plastic-free?
Plastic-free exterior; usually has a small inner bumper.

Bamboo phone cases

Feel
Light, smooth, fine grain.
Durability
Hard wearing; bamboo is technically a grass.
Skin contact
Naturally antibacterial.
Drop protection
3–4 ft with inner bumper.
Pros
Grows extremely fast; renewable.
Limits
Can warp in extreme humidity.
Plastic-free?
Plastic-free exterior; usually has a small inner bumper.

Vegetable-tanned leather cases

Feel
Buttery, supple, patinas with use.
Durability
Very long-lasting if cared for.
Skin contact
Tanned with tree bark — no chromium.
Drop protection
3–4 ft with inner bumper.
Pros
Ages into something better than new.
Limits
Not vegan. Sensitive to prolonged moisture.
Plastic-free?
Plastic-free exterior; usually has a small inner bumper.

Hemp & flax fiber cases

Feel
Canvas-like, textured, dry.
Durability
Strong woven structure.
Skin contact
100% plant-based, vegan, allergy-friendly.
Drop protection
2–3 ft (lighter protection).
Pros
Fully plant-based — no TPU, no silicone.
Limits
Less impact protection than hybrid cases.
Plastic-free?
Fully plastic-free.

Wheat straw & PLA cases

Feel
Matte, soft, slightly warm.
Durability
Solid for daily use.
Skin contact
Plant-derived bioplastic.
Drop protection
2–3 ft.
Pros
Made from agricultural byproduct; industrially compostable.
Limits
Not home compostable.
Plastic-free?
Plant-based shell — lower-plastic, not zero-plastic by IUPAC definition.

TPU-lined hybrid cases

Feel
Natural exterior, soft bumper inside.
Durability
Highest drop protection.
Skin contact
Outer layer is the natural material.
Drop protection
5–6 ft.
Pros
Real-world protection for heavy phones.
Limits
Contains a small amount of TPU (plant-based options available).
Plastic-free?
Not fully plastic-free — clearly disclosed.

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