Thailand > Surin > Muang Surin District > Hang Nu rattan weaving at Ban Buthom

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Small rattan, called hang nu, is major weaving material. The small vine is divided into 4 tines, which are further trimmed until round, then thrust into holes to attain required size. The prepared rattan vines are then woven into a variety of utensils, such as baskets, fruit tray with more than 60 styles. Rattan products here are not lacquered. If any piece becomes mouldy, rub it with sour fruit such as carambola, lemon or kaffir lime, then clean it with water and leave it dry in sunlight. This process will return natural luster to the product. If used regularly, however, rattan product will always remain shiny.