In this day and age, it can be difficult to consciously shop for ethically sourced goods. Products come in from around the world, and that includes the cabinets that wind up in New Jersey stores. What’s worse? When you do find something that meets that high bar, the price tag is astronomical to match. To help the home renovators of the New Jersey area, we’ve pulled together a list of key features of sustainability balanced with low prices for cabinets.
Environmentally Friendly Cabinets
Cabinets aren’t exactly the first thing that comes to mind when you think of being environmentally friendly. After all, they’re not single-use items or plastic (usually). The truth is that kitchen cabinets are actually potentially filled with hazards. It’s common to have formaldehyde show up in the finish on the surface of cabinets. This nasty chemical is just as bad for humans as it is the environment.
Products like the ones above from Forevermark Cabinetry use a formaldehyde-free finish that’s still scratch and stain resistant. So if you have kids in the house (or even if it’s just you) you can feel a bit safer.
The Cabinet Production Process
Sustainability goes beyond the materials used in production. For cabinets, this means that where materials are sourced from and what processing of those materials looks like matters. The Forest Stewardship Council is a great non-profit organization whose goal is to protect the trees that make this planet thrive. What does that mean for cabinet makers? Working with the organization allows them to feel confident in the sustainability of their products. And consumers can feel equally good about their purchases.
Cabinets Built to Last
Another major part of sustainable buying? Buying products that won’t need to be replaced sooner rather than later. Quality cabinets can last decades when installed and cared for properly. This means fewer resources used and less manufacturing waste produced. As an added bonus, it also means that consumers aren’t shelling out for new cabinets regularly. Plus, no one wants to go through a full kitchen remodel again and again!
Since quality cabinets are usually made from solid wood, this makes those sustainability efforts important. And because you’ll have them for years to come, the importance of non-toxic materials and finishes is vital to your health.
If you have any questions about finding sustainable and environmentally friendly kitchen cabinets, feel free to reach out to us for options and pricing.
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