Guest post by Dona Dimaculangan

More consumers are now looking for Eco-friendly options when buying solid wood furniture.  As a result furniture makers are doing their best in meeting their environmentally conscious buyers’ demands and are now providing more options for those who support a more sustainable lifestyle. So if you are looking to find greener, more earth-friendly choices for your home, read on:

What is Eco-friendly furniture?

Eco-friendly furniture means that the furniture is produced in a manner that has the least negative impact on the environment possible. The wood used is derived from renewable sources,protected lands are not involved, and chemicals used  in the process do not contaminate or damage the environment. Eco can also mean that a minimalist approach is used in the manufacturing process. For instance, delivery and mileage are kept to a minimum and the manufacturer is recycling energy, water, and product wherever possible.

Another form of Eco-friendly furniture can be defined as furniture that has been made–in part or whole–from recycled materials. Furniture created from recycled items helps keep waste materials out of landfills and minimizes the need to consume precious resources.

Many retailers are now offering various environmentally friendly products. Many furniture retailers are now selling more environmentally friendly furniture pieces along with their other products due to customer wants, so feel free  to ask the staff if Eco-friendly furniture pieces are available.

For this type of product, shopping online is ideal; you can compare and contrast prices, designs, and level of Eco-friendly materials faster and in the convenience of your own home; it’s also the perfect place for environmentally sustainable furniture because most online retailers are using less energy for not having a physical store, thereby making them greener too.

Go Vintage

Vintage furniture and second-hand furniture made of wood are good choices that support Green Living concepts. Vintage furniture pieces are good quality wood furniture that have been around for a few generations. Buying them help ease the load on the landfill. Good quality wood furniture, especially antique and vintage furniture, are valuable and stylish choices for Green Living.

Bringing Nature Within

Using solid wood furniture is a great way to bring nature within. Their natural grain and texture add aesthetic interest to your home. Since their manufacture use more natural means, they also prove to be healthier for household members.

Eco friendly wood furniture design

Organic mattresses made from cotton and wool, Eco-friendly products for cleaning homes and furniture made from salvaged wood, vintage furniture and second hand wood furniture also contribute to this growing Green Living movement.

Eco-friendly wood furniture and decorative accessories made of salvaged wood are a way to recycle timber that has already been logged instead of cutting down live trees. Eco-friendly bed linens are made of cotton grown on small organic farms, or wool harvested organically raised sheep.

Salvaged Wood

The use of salvaged, second-hand or reclaimed wood is highly encouraged.

Their natural imperfections, saw marks or wormholes create  unique furniture designs that look organic and rustic.

From beautifully crafted beds, dining tables, office desks, modern chairs and impressive cupboards to unique wall decorations and artworks, home furnishings made of salvaged wood are available in various designs, sizes and colors, offering versatile and Eco-friendly items that can perfectly suit your style.

Disposal

When deciding to purchase new furniture, be sure to dispose of your old items in the most Eco-friendly way possible. You have several options. You can donate the items to charity. You can hand it down to a family member or friend who is just getting started with their first apartment. Or you can even sell it at a furniture resale shop or an online selling platform. Your items will surely find new life with a new owner since they can easily give wood furniture a new look. Just by reupholstering, a new coat of paint, a slipcover, a few throws and new pillows will give old furniture a fresh look. So, please consider recycling before you put your old furniture in the trash bin.

Conclusion

The world’s wood needs could be met by just 20 percent of the earth’s forests, as long as these forests are managed correctly. Almost half of the world’s original forests are being chopped down  at an alarming rate.

Due to a deeper concern for climate change, diminishing rain forests or a call for healthier furniture production, the use of Eco-friendly products, -including home furnishings, wooden furniture and decor accessories made of natural materials-continue to grow as interior design trends.

Guest post by Dona Dimaculangan of The Bedroom Place, the top provider of all ranges of bedroom furniture, beds and mattresses throughout the UK for over 10 years. To learn more about us, visit www.thebedroomplace.co.uk