Now more than ever there is a global push to "Go Green." Cars are
becoming more eco-friendly, factories are getting cleaner and energy
is being sourced alternatively. But what about in the home? Here are
4 easy ways that you can go green in furniture and do your part to
help our planet remain the beautiful home it is.
1. Buy furniture made with sustainable wood. Sustainable wood is
wood harvested from forest that are carefully managed or wood that has
been reclaimed from old buildings or furniture. Wood that is truly
sustainable is in no way negatively impacting the environment or
stripping a forest of its most precious commodity: trees. As it
becomes more and more popular, it is easier to find sustainable wood
furniture. Check the labels and materials of your product and ask
where you can find sustainable furniture. You can get just about
every piece of furniture for the home in a sustainable form, often at
a reasonable price.
2. Look for recycled material furniture. Another popular trend in an
eco-friendly home is the use of recycled material in furniture. Many
companies are now offering entire lines of furniture made out of
previously used materials. Everything from plastic to metal to wood
can be recycled and reused to create beautiful and functional
furniture pieces. Read carefully to be sure that the materials are
truly recycled and you can add a little green to your living space.
3. Get more durable furniture. One of the easiest ways to get green
in the home is to buy pieces of furniture that are going to last.
When shopping for a new living room set, consider buying a more
durable couch that will last years rather than one that is going to
need replacing. Also, reconsider tossing old pieces. Sometimes,
simply applying a fresh coat of paint or stain can bring life back
into an old tired piece. Also, think about reupholstering your old
armchair rather than getting rid of it altogether. And if you must
have new, look into donating your old furniture to a family in need or
a college-age friend furnishing an apartment. Finding a new home for
your old things is a simple and fulfilling way to go green.
4. Check out bamboo. Did you know that bamboo can grow up to a foot
a day? This fact makes it one of the greenest materials to work with.
Because it is so quick to grow, it is easy to farm and replace bamboo
without depleting the crop. Bamboo also happens to be a beautiful
woody material that can withstand weather and wear and tear. Bamboo
makes for a great outdoor furniture material and you can feel good
knowing that you are using a material that is fast-growing and highly
sustainable. Consider bamboo the next time you are in the market for
an outdoor furniture set.
The hottest trend in furniture today is the push to go green. For
many people it is not just a fad but a way of life. Helping to save
our planet is just one of the amazing benefits of green furniture.
You can also provide a safer living environment for you and your
family, save some money and give your home a beautiful and
mind-comforting face-lift. Check out the green furniture options the
next time you are in the market for some furniture. You will be
amazed at how easy it is to "Go Green" at home.
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