The Eco Edit: Creating Greener Spaces with Sustainable Furniture

These days, sustainability is less of a trend and more of a necessity. Deloitte’s 2023 sustainability report made it clear: the UK public wants more eco-friendly options, and to achieve it, businesses need to step up. 

The furniture industry is infamous for its resource and energy-guzzling manufacturing processes and materials. But amongst the churn of fast furniture are brands that aim to do better for our planet. Sustainable furniture is not going anywhere, so if you want to make a difference, now’s the time to invest in the best.

The Battle Between Sustainability & Fast Furniture

During the pandemic, we saw a huge boom in homeware spending. Shoppers started investing more in their living spaces and fell into the all-too-common trap of fast furniture. These items aren’t made to last—they’re short-lived and primed for the landfill. 

Sustainable furniture, instead, is made to stay in your home or commercial space for good. It uses materials, chemicals and production methods to preserve natural resources, limit toxic substances and reduce its carbon footprint. 

What to Consider When Buying Sustainable Furniture 

1. Sustainable Materials

Choose furniture made from responsible sources, including FSC® certified or reclaimed wood, bamboo and recycled materials. These options reduce waste and lower your environmental impact.

At Time Out Space, we aim to be a responsible furniture supplier, only sourcing from brands that use the highest quality of materials. Many of our brands make furniture from PEFC and FSC® certified wood and OEKO-TEX or EU Ecolabel textiles, as well as reusing waste material for new product lines.

The Czech furniture brand, TON, rely on local and PEFC certified forests, replanting trees to minimise deforestation and give back to the environment. 

2. Durable Design

While sustainable furniture may cost more, it won’t cost the earth like fast furniture. Eco-friendly brands consider the entire lifecycle, from raw materials, design and production to ensure their furniture is better for the environment. 

Generally, the length of warranty indicates how long your furniture is expected to last. Brands like TON and FDB Møbler offer a 10-year warranty on their collection, so if your furniture arrives damaged or with defects, they will repair or replace it for you. Read TON’s and FDB Møbler’s warranty for more information.  

Plus, FDB Møbler guarantees a 30 year plus lifespan of all their furniture, making it an investment for life. 

3. Environmental Credentials

There are many environmental credentials worldwide to indicate whether your next dining set will be sustainable or not. Common ecolabels include the FSC®, the Blue Angel, the EU Ecolabel and PEFC seal. 

The Danish furniture brand FDB Møbler produces a wide range of sustainable furniture certified with the Nordic Swan Ecolabel. This ecolabel is one of the world’s toughest environmental certifications, so achieving it is a great mark of quality and durability. 

The J46 spoke-back chair is just one of many FDB Møbler’s exquisite dining chairs found in kitchens, restaurants and bars. This chair is also FSC® certified, sourcing oak only from the most sustainable sources. 

Buy TON and FDB Mobler Furniture at Time Out Space

At Time Out Space, we partner with leading European furniture brands known for their quality, skill and craftsmanship. Our TON and FDB Møbler collection is designed for life - a timeless addition to any home or commercial setting. 

Remember to mark your calendar for our bank holiday sale. At the end of August (2024), everything will be 10% off, so start your wish lists now!