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Zulca Natural Basket

Original price was: R325.Current price is: R260.

A low, open oval basket hand-woven from natural banana bark in warm brown and tan tones, with a softly rolled rim.

– Dimensions: 30 (Length) x 24 (Width) x 20cm (Height)
– Material: banana bark
– Finish: natural brown and tan
– No assembly required – arrives ready to display
– Suited to: fruit, bread, keys, shelves and coastal or boho interiors

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The Zulca Natural Basket is simple and useful. Its oval bowl shape is hand-woven from strips of banana bark in natural brown and tan, with a gently rolled edge.

Use this banana bark basket for fruit or bread on the table, or for keys, remotes and odds and ends on a shelf.

Explore more baskets and coastal decor, or browse our full range of home decor.

– Dimensions: 30 (Length) x 24 (Width) x 20cm (Height)
– Material: banana bark
– Finish: natural brown and tan
– No assembly required – arrives ready to display
– Suited to: fruit, bread, keys, shelves and coastal or boho interiors

Dimensions 30 × 24 × 20 cm
Colour

Natural

Product Assembly

No Assembly Required

Material

Banana bark

Finish

Hand-woven

Indoor / Outdoor

Indoor only

FAQ

What is banana bark and is it durable?
Banana bark is the outer layer of the banana plant's pseudostem, harvested as a by-product of banana cultivation. The bark is dried and woven into baskets, where it produces a durable natural fibre with strong tensile strength. Banana bark baskets handle regular daily use across years without difficulty when cared for properly (avoiding soaking, sustained moisture, and direct sunlight).

Can I use it in a bathroom or laundry?
Yes for general bathroom use (storing rolled towels, toiletries, hair products) provided the bathroom has good ventilation. Avoid placing the basket directly under shower spray, beside a frequently-running tap, or in consistently humid spaces with poor ventilation, since prolonged moisture weakens natural fibres over time.

Can I store food in it?
Yes for dry food storage (fruit, bread, biscuits, packaged snacks) where the basket holds items without direct moisture contact. For wet food, oily food, or items that might leak, use a cloth liner or position items in containers within the basket rather than directly against the woven fibre. Avoid storing raw meat, dairy, or other high-moisture food directly in the basket.

Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes. The piece works particularly well as a gift for housewarmings, sustainable-living enthusiasts, or buyers who appreciate styled functional decor with natural-materials credentials. The dual functional plus decorative use means the recipient gets both a useful storage piece and a styled accent in one gift.

Yes, we deliver throughout South Africa. Delivery times may vary depending on your location and the size of the item ordered. Remote or outlying areas may require additional delivery time.

Delivery costs are calculated at checkout based on the size, weight, and delivery location of your order. Larger furniture items may require freight delivery and will be quoted accordingly.

Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a notification with delivery details. Our team may also contact you to confirm delivery arrangements for larger furniture items.

Please inspect your items upon delivery. If any item arrives damaged, notify us within 24 hours of delivery by contacting our customer service team with photos of the damage. We will assess the issue and arrange a repair, replacement, or solution where applicable.

Most furniture items are delivered fully assembled, unless otherwise stated on the product page. If assembly is required, this will be clearly indicated in the product description.

For larger furniture deliveries, our team will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery time. If delivery cannot be completed due to absence, additional delivery fees may apply.

Standard delivery is to the entrance of the premises. If access is difficult (stairs, narrow doorways, long distances, etc.), please notify us beforehand so we can advise accordingly.

Weekend deliveries can be arranged on request. Please contact us on 072 048 6109 or email weborders@sotran.co.za with your order number to make the necessary arrangements.

Orders are dispatched within 3 business days. Delivery for small items (under 15kg/vol) takes 1–5 business days, depending on your location.

  • Gauteng: 1–3 business days

  • Remote areas: up to 5 business days

Larger furniture items delivered via freight may take up to an additional 9 business days.

You may also collect your order from Sotran Boksburg, Design Quarter (Fourways), or Sotran Somerset West (Cape Town) once availability at the branch has been confirmed.

Weekend collections must be arranged during the week to ensure your order is prepared.