How to Choose Eco-Friendly Furniture
As people continue to pursue a higher quality of life, environmentally friendly furniture has become a key consideration when purchasing furniture. Choosing environmentally friendly furniture not only affects personal health but also the family's living environment and sustainable development.
Green and environmentally friendly furniture is currently a hot topic among consumers. While there is a dazzling array of diverse styles of furniture, health issues associated with decorating and home building materials are also gaining public attention.
What is environmentally friendly furniture?
Eco-friendly furniture refers to furniture that uses renewable materials, non-toxic paints and glues during production and use, and has a minimal environmental impact. Generally, this type of furniture effectively reduces the release of harmful substances, protecting the home environment and the health of residents.
For more information on purchasing, please refer to the following tips:
- Avoid furniture with a strong pungent odor. When purchasing, open drawers and cabinet doors to check for a strong pungent odor. If so, it indicates that the formaldehyde content in the furniture is significantly above the standard.
- Avoid furniture made of artificial boards that has not been fully edge-sealed. Don't overlook the quality of furniture's edge banding. Edge banding not only affects its appearance but also its formaldehyde emissions.
- Avoid low-priced furniture that's easily negotiable. Avoid extremely low prices, as the lower the price, the lower the quality of the materials used, and the higher the harmful emissions.
- Avoid furniture without factory inspection or formaldehyde emission quality inspection certificates and user manuals.
Criteria for Choosing Eco-Friendly Furniture
- Material Selection
When choosing eco-friendly furniture, first consider the materials used. High-quality eco-friendly furniture often uses raw wood, recycled materials, and natural fibers such as bamboo, linen, and cotton. Consumers should ensure that the wood used in their furniture comes from sustainable forestry.
- Non-toxic Paint
The surface treatment of furniture also plays a key role in its environmental performance. Choose furniture with water-based or formaldehyde-free paint. These paints not only reduce environmental pollution but also effectively reduce the release of harmful substances indoors.
- Manufacturing Process
Pay attention to the furniture's production process and try to choose manufacturers that use advanced environmentally friendly technologies. Using low-energy, low-pollution processes during the production process will significantly improve the environmental friendliness of furniture.
Care and Maintenance of Eco-Friendly Furniture
- Regular Cleaning
Eco-friendly furniture maintenance is also essential. Clean the furniture regularly with a dry or slightly damp cloth, avoiding the use of chemical cleaners to prevent damage.
- Avoid Direct Sunlight
When placing eco-friendly furniture, avoid placing it in direct sunlight to prevent wood warping and coating fading.
- Maintain Proper Humidity
The humidity in the environment where the furniture is used should be maintained within an appropriate range. Excessively dry or humid environments can affect furniture.
