Natural Maple Bedroom Furniture
 Many manufacturers claim their furniture is made of natural
wood, but in reality the pieces have drawers or other parts
made of particle board or veneers. And while they state they
use a non-toxic finish, they often use petroleum-based varnishes
and stains that may be harmful over time. We chose to carry
Pacific Rim Woodworking because they are committed to producing
truly natural, heirloom-quality, hand-crafted maple furniture
at affordable prices.
This beautiful bedroom furniture is built by skilled craftsmen
in Eugene, Oregon. It is made of Pacific Coast Maple grown
in managed forests in Washington and Oregon, and constructed
using mortise and tenon joints.
To highlight the natural beauty of the distinctive hardwood,
Pacific Rim hand-rubs each piece with their own blend of
tung oil, linseed oil, and Varathane, a non-toxic finish
that is completely inert after dried. Beeswax is added to
the tops of dressers and nightstands for added scratch protection.
For those who are very chemically sensitive, you may wish
to order your furniture unfinished and have the non-toxic
finish of your choice applied.
Pacific Rim Beds come with a sturdy platform of closely
spaced fir slats joined together by jute webbing. Sizes larger
than twin are bolstered by a center beam. These beds are
the ideal support for our Pure-Rest natural latex mattresses.
Some assembly is required on beds and cribs. Pacific Rim
furniture is guaranteed to be free of defects in materials
and workmanship. CLICK HERE for prices and details.
Beds
from $385, cribs:
$715, dressers from
$715,
nightstand:
$280, wardrobe:
$1515.
Available finished
or unfinished. Orders typically ship
from the Oregon factory in 4-8 weeks. Email
us or call
949-297-3630 for shipping quote and more information.
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- The Pacific Rim Commitment
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 Not only are we committed to providing
a product that is made with minimal environmental impact
but
constructed
to
withstand generations of use. With its straightforward
design and sturdy construction a significant contribution
is made
to the environment by limiting the use of untapped resources
to create replacement products. We feel that it is not
only important to use our resources wisely, but to practice
conservation
whenever possible.
The definition of ‘green certified’ in the Pacific
Northwest is constantly improving. The forest industry must
strike a healthy balance between the environment, society
and economic pressures. We closely monitor the decision makers
here in the Pacific Northwest as well as those in Washington,
D.C. as the definition of ‘green’ becomes workable.
For now, there are many conflicting views on what ‘green’ really
is as the fight continues over how to protect the environment,
insure continuation of the resources, and maximize the utilization
of the product, all in an economically viable fashion. Current
trends show a lack of support for most certification programs
due to the higher costs passed ultimately to the end consumer.
The Western Maple used in our products is actually harvested
as a secondary item during softwood harvests. Our hardwood
supplier has received a certificate to sell “Chain
of Custody” products under the Forest Stewardship
Council (FSC) rules as administered by Scientific Certification
Systems
(SCS) for their softwood harvests. Although this is not
the ultimate answer, it does begin the process by insuring
that
a percentage of the forests are being managed with an eye
to the future.
We strive to use every possible board foot of maple, donating
the smallest off-fall to local schools and community centers
for wood shop projects or low-income families for heat
during the winter months. Recycling bins can be found in
our offices,
lunchroom and shop. Our sawdust is recycled into compost
at a local lawn and garden center. We have a strict maintenance
schedule for our machinery to minimize replacement needs
and often opt to fix a machine rather than replace it.
In cases where replacement is necessary, we scour the secondary
markets for the perfect “gently used” tool.
Today more than ever, mankind is realizing just how small
and precious our planet is. Although there is much to be
done and even more to yet discover, we are proud to play
our small role. We are committed to finding harmony within
our environment and securing the future of this unique
planet called Earth. We hope you will join us.
Non-toxic Wood Finish
According to Pacific
Rim, their furniture is hand-finished with a custom mixture
of tung oil, linseed oil and Varathane—a
non-toxic finish that is completely inert after dried. The
furniture
can also be ordered unfinished so you can
have
a
finish of your choice applied.
If you are unsure about the finish, email
us to receive a
wood sample. |
