It is an undeniable fact - the furniture marketplace has begun to develop an eco-reflex in the choice of materials it uses and the way in which furniture, accessories, mattresses and carpeting are all made.
There is definitely a greater emphasis on product characteristics and origin to meet a growing number of consumers who prefer to “buy green": FSC (or other tracking systems) certified wood from renewable forests, non-toxic paints and stains, water-based paints and resins, eco-textiles (natural and organic fibers), reclaimed and distressed wood and lastly, the reuse of products back into the production cycle.
Organic is not just about the food we eat. Designers are using unpretentious materials like jute, rattan, bamboo, rocks, and water to marry a soothing earthy palette and look with the sophistication of modern design. Accessories made from roots and submerged logs, water features that blend slate, stainless, rock, and water and canvases left free of frames and glass are all part of this earthy element.
All these efforts are a part of a shift towards eco-friendly values among both consumers and manufacturers. As a citizen and tenant of the planet, Sklar Furnishings has pledged to work towards becoming “Greener”. Our Green commitment started with joining the Sustainable Furnishings Council-an organization that places expectations and responsibilities on retailers to monitor their vendors and to act responsibly themselves. We are continuing with our Green commitment by actively pursuing Green-minded vendors. Read more about out Green commitment by clicking here.