Happy, Healthy Home!

Home owners are increasingly seeking furniture that is not only safe to have in the home but also doesn’t harm the environment in any way. One company that aims to satisfy both these criteria is Mountain Teak . We asked them about some of the ways they do this.

1 Mountain Teak uses reclaimed teak as much as possible, because it means no new trees are felled. Another happy benefit of using old wood is that it tends to be stronger and contain less moisture, and, as it’s been used for years already, it tends to be more stable, and is less likely to bend or warp.

2 Solid wood is a far more natural material than plywood or compressed board, both of which use glue and chemicals during the manufacturing process.

3 All the major furniture brands at Mountain Teak have certifications – for example, the FSC certification – or they use wood from PEFC-certified forests (see the glossary, opposite).