What Makes Furniture Sustainable? (And Why It Actually Matters)

La-Z-Boy Bexley Living Room

Picture this: It’s 2018, and somewhere in America, 10 million tons of furniture are being dumped into landfills. That’s roughly the weight of 65,000 Statues of Liberty. Every. Single. Year.

The kicker? Only 40,000 tons got recycled. That’s like throwing away 99.6% of all the furniture we ditched that year.

If that statistic surprises you, you’re not alone. But understanding where all this furniture waste comes from is the first step toward making better choices. And the good news? There’s a solution that’s gaining momentum: sustainable furniture.

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How Is Furniture Made?

How Is Furniture Made

Have you ever wondered exactly how is furniture made and what’s it built with?

At La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor, our furniture is proudly made in America with a variety of different materials and techniques.

In this article, we will answer the question “How is furniture made?” by taking an in-depth look at our process.

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10 Sustainable Furniture Companies You’ll Love

10 Sustainable Furniture Companies You'll Love

Are you looking for sustainable furniture companies that share your love for the environment?

Eco-friendly furniture stores are conscious about the working conditions and materials used in their manufacturing process.

In this article, we’ll highlight ten sustainable furniture companies in no particular order.

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Conserve Sustainable Furniture Fabrics at La-Z-Boy

La-Z-Boy Conserve Sustainable Furniture Fabric

Are you looking for sustainable furniture fabrics made in the USA?

Plastic can take hundreds of years to completely decompose. In fact, every single piece of plastic ever made is still around.

At La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor, we carry a soft and durable fabric made from recycled water bottles named conserve™.

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