We care about the environment!
There is more and more talk about ecology, environmental protection, forests, animals - especially endangered species, and rightly so because it is a very important topic. From the very beginning, our company has been very close to ecology, because it is from trees that the lumber is made, and from lumber that our table legs and all wooden elements.
We are therefore proud to say that Woodlegs Company as manufacturer of wooden legs cares about the environment and makes all its products from certified timber, and you can find out exactly what this certification refers to and how it helps us to protect forests and animals in the article below.
Wood certification is an international standard for responsible forest management. The main objective of the certification is to ensure that products from forests, i.e. paper, table legs are sourced in accordance with the principles of sustainable development and the protection of human rights and the environment.
Most of us are beginning to notice the certified wood markings on cardboard packaging, wooden toys, furniture, but don't quite know what the abbreviation means, what it gives and whether it affects the product in any way, i.e. the product.
What are the benefits of buying products from certified wood markings?
- Protecting forests: by buying certified products, you are supporting forests that are managed sustainably and responsibly.
- Biodiversity conservation: Forests are important habitats for many animal and plant species. When you buy certified products, you can be sure that they are sourced from forests that protect biodiversity.
- Respect for the rights of local communities: Certification requires that forests are managed in a way that respects the rights of local communities. When you buy certified products, you can be sure that they are sourced from forests that do not violate the rights of local people.
- Sustainability: Certification promotes sustainability and reduces negative environmental impacts. When you buy certified products, you can rest assured that they are sourced in a way that enables long-term environmental benefits.
- Reducing the use of chemicals: the certificate reduces the use of chemicals and other harmful substances in the forests. When you buy certified products, you can be sure that they are sourced from forests that are not contaminated with chemicals.
- Support for producers: When you buy certified products, you support producers who strive for sustainability and environmental protection.
Can every forest have certified wood?
The awarding of the certificate is done by appointing an international certification organisation that verifies that the forest in question meets certain management requirements, such as:
- Maintaining sustainability principles;
- Protecting biodiversity and the environment;
- Prevention of forest destruction;
- Reducing the use of harmful substances on the environment;
- Respect for the rights of local communities and traditions.
Does certified wood affect the quality of the product purchased?
Yes, the requirements are very high and detailed, there is a whole supply chain that each certificate holder has to comply with. We undergo regular audits, we keep books, we record exactly which batch of wood was produced furniture feet. Certified wood is not just a label, it is a conscious responsibility on the part of the manufacturer, for the forests and the material from which it makes products. It is an awareness of caring for the environment, only forests that have full permission from the organisation are cut down. By purchasing certified products, you can be sure that all quality standards have been met and that the product you receive has passed quality control.
Is it easy to get certified?
No, every company that applies for certification goes through a whole series of procedures, almost a revolution takes place in the company, as everything has to be adapted to the top-down guidelines. Failure to meet even one of the many criteria disqualifies the manufacturer. In addition, certification entails a financial burden for the manufacturer, who regularly has to report, account for processed material, undergo audits and pay for certification. Therefore, a certified company is a company full of confidence and responsibility.
The certificate is considered one of the best tools for forest protection in the world and is an important part of the fight against environmental degradation, so as a manufacturer of wooden legs we take pride in the fact that each of our products is made with the utmost responsibility for the environment, and that when you buy our wooden legs you will help us support a beautiful initiative.
Let's take care of our beautiful planet together! Ensure with us that only those forests that should be cut down are cut down.