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Eco-Wise Guy If you're shopping for a piece of eco-friendly furniture, you're likely to see one of the following terms printed on a (recycled piece) of paper. Here's a quick primer on what it all means. 
Eco-friendly – This is one of those terms that can mean whatever the manufacturer wants it to mean. It could mean that the pieces emit no or low volatile organic compounds. Green – It probably does not refer to the actual color, but, like eco-friendly, it can mean whatever the label-makers want it to mean. Ask questions if this is the only term on the label. Organic – To be called organic, raw materials must be grown without pesticides, and be biodegradable and free of chemicals. Reclaimed wood – This is wood that is being re-used, such as planks from an old barn being made into a table. SmartWood Certified – These woods are harvested in a manner that has been approved by the Forest Stewardship Council. |
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