Organic Furniture Glossary

Bamboo – natural material that’s used in organic furniture.  Popular due to its durability and quick regrowth patterns.

Biobased Materials – Any products constructed primarily of plant or animal materials and are renewable.

EcoSunflower – Biocomposite material made from sunflower husks and serves as a binder to replace chemical glues in furniture construction.

FSC - Forest Stewardship Council is a non-profit group that encourages and promotes sustainable management certification for organic and eco-friendly products.

IAQ – Indoor air quality that’s affected by the presence of man made chemicals such as formaldehyde.