Our Materials

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Certifications Explained

Textiles

Organic Hemp Blend

Hemp is one of the most sustainable textiles on the market, requiring minimal water and no pesticides to grow. Blended with cotton for durability, our organic 55% Hemp 45% Cotton blend is all natural, breathable, and biodegradable, offering a soft-yet-strong upholstery option. The fabric has no PFAS (forever chemicals) or BPAs, is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, and conforms to Organic Content Standard 3.0.

Recycled Velvet

Luxuriously soft and responsibly made, our velvet is crafted from 100% recycled polyester fibers, diverting waste from landfills while delivering a plush, elegant texture. By choosing a recycled monomaterial, we reduce the demand for virgin resources and contribute to a circular economy. Tested for no PFAs/PFOAs or BPAs. The fabric is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified and conforms to Global Recycled Standard 4.0.

Upcycled Poly

This durable, woven fabric is American-made from a post industrial waste material called Olefin, a form of Polypropylene. According to the Higg Index, this material ranks as one of the most sustainable textiles to produce due to the fact that it uses little land, water, or energy and produces very little waste. The fabric has no PFAs/PFOAs or BPAs and holds a GreenGuard Gold certificate.

Cactus Leather

Our Cactus leather from the Mexico-based company Desserto is a revolutionary 100% plant-based, animal-free leather. Made from 40% Prickly Pear Cactus Skin, 60% Bio-polymer made from organic renewable compounds (waste material from cactus food industry) and backed with cotton, this plant-based alternative to leather is the ultimate luxury finish for your seating. The leather has no PFAs/PFOAs or BPAs and is PETA Approved Vegan.

Bananatex®

Bananatex® is the world’s first durable, technical fabric made from the naturally grown banana plant, Abacá. 100% biodegradable and plastic-free, it offers remarkable strength, water resistance, and UV protection—perfect for long-lasting outdoor use. Its tight weave and matte texture give it a clean, sophisticated finish while staying breathable and eco-conscious.

Muslin

Muslin is an all-natural, unbleached cotton fabric that’s lightweight, breathable, and biodegradable. We use it as the interior lining in our furniture, offering a sustainable alternative to the synthetic non-wovens commonly used in the industry.

Fillings

Cocolok

Cocolok is a high-performance upholstery material made from natural coconut fibers bonded with natural latex. It delivers firm, breathable support, is biodegradable and free of harmful chemicals, and offers an alternative to synthetic foams. The coconut fiber is a food-industry byproduct, and producing Cocolok generates up to 79% less CO₂ than polyurethane foam. The material is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified.

Natural Latex

Our latex is made from sustainably harvested rubber tree sap, a renewable carbon sequestering resource, that is free from harmful chemicals while being naturally resistant to mold and dust mites. It provides superior comfort and durability while being fully biodegradable. The material is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, meets Global Organic Latex Standard 3.0 and has a Fair for Life certificate, the most stringent Fair Trade certification.

High Resiliency Foam

Our high-resiliency foam is engineered to outlast conventional cushions—extending product life and reducing waste—while meeting strict environmental and safety standards. It’s low-VOC and made without added flame retardants, formaldehyde, phthalates, or ozone-depleting substances. The foam is CertiPUR-US® certified, which means its content, emissions, and durability are verified by independent, accredited laboratories.

Polyester Fiber

We use two types of polyester fibers in our back pillows and seat cushions. First is a Recycled Polyester in blown fiber and sheet form, giving new life to post-consumer waste such as plastic bottles to textiles. This choice diverts waste from landfills while preserving the soft, supportive feel and long-lasting performance of our pieces. The second type is a gel based fiber called Trillium, which is a cruelty-free, high-performance alternative to traditional down. Made from polyester, it mimics the loft and softness of natural down but is hypoallergenic and made from recycled materials, ensuring both comfort and sustainability.

Woods

FSC® Certified Hard Wood

We source our wood from responsibly managed forests certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®). This ensures that the wood used in our furniture comes from forests that are protected for future generations, promoting biodiversity and ethical forestry practices. Our furniture legs and Bacana collection are made from FSC® certified Maple harvested in the US.

Carbon Smart Wood™

Carbon Smart Wood™ is salvaged, fresh-cut timber rescued from the waste stream—material that would otherwise be chipped, landfilled, or incinerated. Sourced from responsibly recovered trees across the American Midwest, it’s sawn, kiln-dried, and graded to furniture quality, turning local by-product into low-carbon, high-character lumber. We use Carbon Smart™ Cherry and Oak on our tables.

FSC® Certified Plywood

Our upholstered frames are built from FSC® certified plywood for strength and stability, sourced from responsibly managed forests. The panels are EPA TSCA Title VI certified and meet CARB Phase 2 limits for formaldehyde emissions, delivering low-emitting, indoor-air-friendly construction. Multi-ply cross-lamination resists warping, provides excellent hardware-holding power, and stands up to years of daily use—so your furniture lasts longer and wastes less.

Finishes

Low VOC Water Based Finish

Our furniture legs and the Bacana collection are finished with a low-VOC, water-based acrylic finish. It delivers a clean, durable sheen with minimal solvent emissions, low odor, and easy water clean-up—supporting healthier indoor air without sacrificing performance.

Rubio Monocoat

Our tables are finished with Rubio Monocoat—a 0% VOC, plant-based natural oil/wax finish that’s Greenguard Gold–certified for low emissions. It enhances the wood’s feel, supports healthier indoor air, and can be spot-repaired without stripping, extending the product’s life and reducing waste.

Our Material Standards

Safe Textiles

Our textiles have no added flame retardants and no chemical stain-resistant coatings—keeping them PFAS- and BPA-free for cleaner indoor and outdoor environments. Just as important, we avoid hybrid blends of natural and synthetic fibers. By choosing single-fiber constructions where possible, we make it easier to recycle, reuse, or responsibly compost at end of life, reducing contamination and waste.

Our Wood

Wherever possible, we source FSC®-certified wood from responsibly managed U.S. forests. FSC certification verifies sustainable harvesting and chain-of-custody practices; choosing domestic supply reduces transport emissions, supports regional forestry, and helps protect biodiversity and water resources—all while delivering strong, stable material for long-lasting furniture.

Domestic Production & Sourcing

Our manufacturing partners are U.S.-based, and we prioritize local sourcing whenever possible. For select specialty materials, we partner with international innovators—because meaningful sustainability advances are a global effort and sometimes the best, most responsible options come from abroad.

Different Options for Different Needs

Our goal is to do the legwork for you, to consider the environmental and health implications of each material. However, we understand that different individuals and households have different priorities - whether that’s affordability, natural materials, or clean ability - and aim to offer a variety of options that speak to this spectrum of needs.

Certifications Explained

OEKO-TEX® Standard 100

A globally recognized certification that verifies textiles and components are tested for harmful substances against strict human-ecological limits, ensuring they’re safe for direct contact with skin.

Organic Content Standard 3.0

A chain-of-custody certification that verifies the presence and amount of certified organic material in a product.

Global Recycled Standard 4.0

An international, third-party certification that verifies recycled content and chain of custody while enforcing social, environmental, and restricted-chemical requirements across the entire supply chain.

Greenguard Gold

A UL certification that verifies products meet very low chemical-emission limits to support healthier indoor air—tight enough for schools and healthcare settings and stricter than standard Greengaurd.

PETA Approved Vegan

A labeling program from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals that designates products as free of all animal-derived materials based on brand documentation, indicating they’re suitable for vegans.

Global Organic Latex Standard 3.0

A certification for latex products that requires ≥95% certified organic natural rubber content and verifies traceability, responsible processing (restricted chemicals, emissions), and basic social & environmental compliance across the supply chain.

Fair for Life

A third-party fair trade and responsible supply chain certification that verifies fair wages and working conditions, community premiums, traceability, and environmental stewardship across all stages of production.

CertiPUR-US®

A third-party program for flexible polyurethane foam that verifies low VOC emissions and bans certain chemicals (e.g., PBDE flame retardants, ozone depleters, mercury/lead, formaldehyde, phthalates), while testing for content, performance, and durability through independent accredited labs.

FSC®

(Forest Stewardship Council) certification verifies that wood and paper products come from responsibly managed forests with independent chain-of-custody tracking—protecting biodiversity, respecting workers and communities, and ensuring legal, sustainable harvesting.

EPA TSCA Title VI

The U.S. federal rule that sets nationwide formaldehyde emission limits for composite wood products, requiring certified production, labeling, and record keeping.

CARB Phase 2

California’s stringent formaldehyde emission standard for composite wood (hardwood plywood, MDF, particleboard) that requires third-party–certified low emissions, compliant labeling, and strict record keeping.