Vairamudi Cotton

We are located right by the elementary school on 2nd Street. Most folks in Karuvampalayam know the area well. It's No. 37/12 C if you're looking at the numbers. We work with cotton mostly. It’s a lot of folding and packing every single day. The dust from the fabric gets everywhere, but you get used to it. My hands are always a bit rough from handling the material. We started small, just a few rolls here and there. Now we have a bit more space in Puliyamara Thottam. It’s not a showroom or anything like that. Just a workspace where we get things done. Sometimes the kids from the school make a lot of noise during their break, but it’s nice to hear them playing. We don't have a website or fancy ads. Most people just walk in or call us. The street is a bit narrow, so parking a big truck is a headache. We usually have to unload quickly. I’ve lived in this town my whole life. Cotton is what we know. It’s hard work, especially when the weather is humid. The fabric stays heavy. We try to keep the windows open for a breeze. It’s a simple setup. We drink a lot of water and keep the machines running as much as we can. It’s just a regular local business trying to make a living. I usually lock up around seven. Sometimes later if a big order needs to be ready for the morning. My neighbor helps with the heavy lifting when my back is acting up. We've been in this specific spot for a few years now. The walls could use a fresh coat of paint.