The rise of global warming has left the world searching for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions to consumer demand. Timber has been felled prematurely to produce furniture for centuries, but deforestation has had catastrophic effects on the ecology of these regions. It is necessary for both producers and consumers to support a sustainable alternative for the future in order to ease this destruction. One solution is to use cane and wicker instead of timber, and although the Egyptians used these materials over 5000 years ago, it seems that the modern consumer is not fully aware of its advantages.
The terms cane, rattan and wicker are often used interchangeably, however there is a difference between them. Continue reading ‘Cane and Wicker – An Economically & Environmentally Friendly Furniture’ »