Category Archives: Sustainable Furniture
Sustainable Furniture and Reclaimed Wood Part 2
These forests were destroyed when mills were built during the industrial revolution and trees were harvested for production. Some of the materials were harvested and shaped over 100 years ago, and the grain, color, stability, and density are unmatched compared to wood produced today. Due to the aging of the wood by time, the reclaimed wood from around the world is stronger than any modern produced hardwood. There are many companies in the United States that sell reclaimed hardwood for use in kitchen cabinetry, construction, decoration, flooring, siding, and sustainable furniture. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and Reclaimed Wood Part 1
Sustainable furniture from reclaimed wood is made from wood that is not taken from living, standing trees, but is gathered from many different sources. Some companies reclaim wood from buildings that are slated for destruction because of their age or structural inefficiencies. Other materials are taken from the forest floor, for example trees that have fallen naturally that may be covered or buried in the earth. When reservoirs are made they sometimes cover entire forests in the low laying areas, and there are companies working to safely remove trees preserved under the water. Other sources include, but are not limited to, old bridges, railroad ties, and barrels from wineries and breweries. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture from Plantation Forests Part 1
As we work to protect more and more forests around the world and preserve the natural order, it is implied that the forests which are generating materials will have to account for amplify production and future demands. The ever-increasing demand for wood and wood products puts a strain on the forest environments and societies that have depended on them for generations. Sustainable furniture made from forest plantations relieves some of the pressure. Continue reading
FSC Certified Sustainable Furniture and Other Products Part 3
Danko is a sustainable furniture company that utilizes Ply-bent sustainable material, which is held together with non-toxic adhesives. A tree can produced almost ten times the amount of material for Ply-bent, which utilizes veneer, when compared to solid timber. Danko offers different tables and chairs for different tastes, with customizable shapes and sizes. All of which promote sustainable forestry and the use of less materials to create more sustainable furniture than traditional techniques. Continue reading
FSC Certified Sustainable Furniture and Other Products Part 2
Patio Land Online manufactures and sells outdoor sustainable furniture that is made from FSC certified eucalyptus. The outdoor green furniture is beautifully crafted and designed. They offer a line of chairs, tables at regular and bar height, lounges, accessories such … Continue reading
FSC Certified Sustainable Furniture and Other Products Part 1
The most basic, and one of my favorite, sustainable wood products that made from FSC certified wood is the Woodloops’ wood-stick. There are a few different models offered, but the idea is singular. It is a basic folding ruler, like carpenters use, where each joined piece is made from a different type of sustainable wood from all over the world. On one side it tells a little bit about the species and on the other side the mesuring information is given exactly as it would be on any common ruler. Woodloops also produces Eco friendly furniture, such as beds, tables, and uniquely hand crafted stools and chairs. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) – Part 2
Manufactured goods like sustainable furniture will proudly brandish the trademark with the FSC and/or certification organization. The FSC does not provide certification for sustainable furniture, they endorses organizations to certify forests, manufacturers, and administration. This is done to separate the FSC from those seeking certification so there is no conflict of interest. “Over 90 million hectares in more than 70 countries have been certified according to FSC standards” (FSC: Forest Stewardship Council). There are two types of certification possible. The first type of FSC certification for sustainable furniture is Forest Management (FM), which certifies that the harvester has adhered to FSC Principals of responsible forest management. Sustainable furniture can be declared that it comes from a forest that meets FSC standards, but cannot be marketed for sell as FSC certified sustainable furniture until it is COC certificated. Sustainable furniture for sale branded with the FSC logo is Chain of Custody (COC) certified. This is a ’promise’ to the consumer that means through every step of manufacturing sustainable furniture, raw material, distribution, working conditions and workers, FSC regulations are met undisturbed. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) – Part 1
The mission of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is to “promote environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world’s forests.” In underdeveloped areas of the world, creating financial revenue can lead to irresponsible deforestation. The FSC seeks to preserve the world’s forests and provide adequate revenue without devastating natural forest resources, ecosystems, or individual cultures and societies. Green furniture promotion is a realization of one of the FSC’s goals. Continue reading
Sustainable Forestry and Sustainable Furniture
Sustainable furniture starts with sustainable forestry. This is basically a concept of long term forest management where there is a plan to control what is harvested and what is left untouched. Continue reading
Earth’s Environmental Issues – Part2
So what’s the problem with human-caused deforestation that is so important I should be concerned about investing in sustainable furniture? Continue reading