Preserve the Planet: Go for Green Furniture

In the wake of dramatic climate changes and global ecological downgrade, more people have resorted to using green furniture. The manufacture, materials, marketing, and distribution involved in these eco-friendly furniture have significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions, logging activities, and land waste disposal, thus, supporting earth preservation initiatives.

Most eco-friendly furniture such as beds, desks, chairs, and tables have bamboo plywood as its base material. Being the fastest growing plant in the world and considered a type of grass, bamboo is perhaps the most efficient material to use in eco-friendly furniture. In addition, it does not require replanting, unlike traditional hardwoods. Mature bamboos bear an extensive root system that continually sends up new shoots without any external manipulation. Highly adaptable to eco-friendly manufacturing processes, bamboo plywood is exceptionally durable and lasting.

Along with bamboo, the inner structure for most green furniture is made from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified woods such as maple. The FSC safeguards the forests by focusing on specific practices associated with growing and harvesting trees including the provision of stream buffers, the prevention of soil erosion, and the protection of wildlife. Thus, consumers can be assured that FSC certified materials come from eco-friendly processes that do not contribute to the destruction of the environment.

Going for eco-friendly furniture does not only help reduce damages to the environment, it can also be an active statement to pursue environmental preservation initiatives. Celebrities such as George Clooney, Edward Norton, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Natalie Portman have actively endorsed eco-friendly alternatives such as hybrid cars and green furniture. It just goes to show that anyone can do their part to help save the planet.

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Viesso, a Los Angeles, CA-based company, offers eco-friendly alternatives for traditional furniture. Typically made from recycled organic materials and safe processes, Viesso’s green furniture are both stylish and durable. Learn more about The Viesso Way by visiting http://www.viesso.com/ or call (310) 453-3604 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              (310) 453-3604      end_of_the_skype_highlighting.