2006-10-26 04:41:11 · 3 answers · asked by Elizabeth H 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
I don't think Manilla is a color so it can't be the color
2006-10-26 04:51:25 · update #1
When they were invented they were made from paper made out of manila hemp (abaca) which is a plant sort of like a banana tree. The manila hemp got its name from the city in the Phillipines because a lot of those trees grow around there; there's only one "L" in the spelling, just like the city. They also make rope, writing paper, furniture, etc out of those trees.
2006-10-26 05:26:04 · answer #1 · answered by dcgirl 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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Why are Manilla Folders called Manilla Folders?
2015-08-19 07:30:05 · answer #2 · answered by Meaghan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is the buff color they have. I find it amusing that if the folders are red or green they are called red manilla folders!!!
2006-10-26 04:50:42 · answer #3 · answered by acmeraven 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
manila: a strong paper or thin cardboard with a smooth light brown finish made from e.g. Manila hemp a tough brown paper used to produce stationery and wrapping paper. :)
2016-03-17 05:08:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
because of the color.
2006-10-26 04:45:39 · answer #5 · answered by DispatchGirl 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋