Category Archives: Sustainable Furniture
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 2
Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies is a company dedicated to engineering vehicles that run on clean hydrogen. Ever wonder just how a hydrogen fuel cell car works? Among many products, Horizon has developed a few running models for sale to the public that are no bigger than a remote control car. You put them together, learn a bit about the components in the process, and they run off of water. I think this is an innovative idea that could get the next generation interested in the newest technologies and more sustainable furniture. Continue reading
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 1
Let’s face it, solar power is extremely clean and becoming more efficient and affordable. Brunton sells a series of solar panels and accessories. They sell a variety of batteries that can be charged with solar panels. They even sell a solar powered iPod charger. The waterproof SolarRoll can be rolled for storage, or used to power video equipment on a kayak or mountain peak, and a laptop in your back yard. Just think – these products, along with other green furniture alternatives will help us create a more efficient home without damaging our environment. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and Products Made from Recycled Plastics Part 2
One of the simplest recycled plastic products that I have found is the Jimi wallet. It is a slim, water tight device that holds a few credit cards, your ID and some cash. It is designed with a removable clip and can be worn around the neck with a lanyard. Made in the US with 100% recycled plastic and offered in an array of translucent colors. There are other products offered by the Jimi company made from recycled plastics. Purchasing these products and adding green furniture to your home will help us reduce the waste we put into the environment. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and Products Made from Recycled Plastics Part 1
By the Yard is a family owned business that produces/sells over 90 types and styles of outdoor furniture constructed from HDPE recycled plastic.. They produce table and chair sets in regular height, and my personal favorite, bar height. They also sell side tables, coffee tables, and planters. The sustainable furniture is made in the good old USA, as well as all the recycled plastics. Continue reading
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
When you think about recycling you might remember the days of separate containers for bottles, cans, and paper. Modern recycling is much easier; everything is mixed together in one container, or comingled. At the recycling plant the materials are sorted through many steps. Cardboard and paper are removed by hand and by machine. Metal, glass and plastic are separated from each other. Using magnets, shaking conveyers, by hand, and through other methods the material is sorted. The materials are packaged in huge bails and wait to be transported to a manufacturer that will give this garbage a new life. Recycling is uses less energy than producing new glass, aluminum, and plastic, it also cuts down on the amount of garbage go into our landfills. Another great way to reduce your contribution to these landfills is to purchase green and sustainable furniture. Continue reading
Green Household Products Part 3
When working on home improvements consumers should consider natural paints, finishes, and household cleaners. BioShield does not use toxins or dangerous chemicals in any of their natural products. When you buy sustainable furniture you might have to stain it yourself, instead of using something with chemicals that you will be exposed to for years to come, use BoiShield. Not only do these stains look great but they are derived from natural sources, and will not harm you or your family. They also retail many additive free paints for different surfaces in almost every color imaginable; there is no project to small or too big. Other items include household cleaning and products for floor care. Continue reading
Green Household Products Part 1
Method is one of the leading brands of safe, nontoxic environmentally friendly cleaning products. All products are made from natural ingredients that come from plants, no harmful chemicals, and nothing from this company is tested on animals. They have many products including laundry detergent, dish and hand soaps. They make it simple products that are safe for the earth and safe for your home. The Wood for Good product line incorporates an all natural wood surface cleaner that will clean and shine your sustainable furniture while leaving the room with a nonchemical sent of almonds, good for wood and good for you. Continue reading
Reclaimed Wood for Sustainable Furniture and Accessories Part 3
The Mark Tuckey furniture company is busy at work making sustainable furniture. They use solid recycled timbers from Australia. The collection of sustainable furniture from reclaimed materials includes beds, shelves, tables and chairs. Their unique style can also be translated into a custom piece designed for you. Continue reading
Reclaimed Wood for Sustainable Furniture and Accessories Part 2
If you are planning on installing cabinets or are looking for a fireplace mantel made from reclaimed wood, look no longer. Elmwood Reclaimed Timber is a wood reclaiming company out of Kansas City, Missouri. They employ the manpower comprised of people who love what they do. The customer gets a product that has been reclaimed, helping to reduce the amount of trees harvested each year. Elmwood sells reclaimed lumber in the raw for many possible project, products include stair parts, cabinetry grade lumber, counter tops, and reclaimed wood beams for building.
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Ryan Frank is an eco-friendly modern furniture designer. He uses only sustainable and recycled materials in his sustainable furniture. The collection includes shelving, tables and chairs. His urban designs will give your apartment the eco-friendly edge it needs. Be sure to check out the strata line of tables and chairs, you might see something you like. Continue reading
Reclaimed Wood for Sustainable Furniture and Accessories Part 1
Urban Hardwoods is a company that honors the history of wood through craftsmanship. Through careful management, they obtain and process all of their materials. This company produces individually unique pieces of sustainable furniture like desks and tables that are modern and rustic made from reclaimed wood. Continue reading