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Sustainability

What are Wool Dryer Balls, and Are They Worth It?

Wool dryer balls work like dryer sheets. Made from 100% natural wool, dryer balls are designed to reduce static and soften the fabric. They also speed up drying time by boosting the airflow in the ...

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Make Your Life More Eco-Friendly With These Home Items

Related ReadingEvery piece built with naturally fallen Ohio wood and our zero-VOC organic finish: our sustainability story → Creating an eco-friendly home might seem daunting. But you can do a few...

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Sustainable Forest Management, What Is It and How Does It Work?

Sustainable forest management is often said to be about balancing current and future social, environmental, and economic benefits. In this way, forests stay healthy, absorb more carbon than they re...

SustainabilityPothos Plant Care, Grow It the Right Way

Pothos Plant Care, Grow It the Right Way

Related ReadingBrowse more design inspiration from our workshop: our style guide → If you’re looking for a Pothos Plant Care Guide, well, it’s not entirely necessary—even if you’re a beginner. Ep...

SustainabilityLinseed Oil 101: A Good Finish for Wood Furniture?

Linseed Oil 101: A Good Finish for Wood Furniture?

Related ReadingExplore the hardwoods we use and how to choose between them: our wood options guide → Is linseed a good finish for wooden furniture? Whether you’re refurbishing an old piece or brow...

Custom and HandcraftedCarved iPhone Case: An Honest Review

Carved iPhone Case: An Honest Review

Beautiful, handmade, and eco-friendly, Carved hits all the marks in my criteria for phone cases. I started using one for my Iphone 12 Pro max a few weeks ago, and I’m surprisingly impressed by its ...