As I Was Saying...Sustainability Rocks!

We're getting closer to that big Earth Day celebration next week so we decided to give props to the vendors and manufacturers who make the furniture we so proudly sell.

Today, it's all about "Soy". What? Soy. As in, soybeans. Let me explain. Many of our upholstery vendors, such as American Leather, carry something called BiOH polyols, a soy-based ingredient used in making flexible foam for their seat and back cushions. Why would anyone use soy in making cushions? Good question. You see traditional foam is made from petroleum-based products. BiOH products are made from soybean oil, thus cutting back on the amount of petroleum-based ingredients. As they say on BiOH's website, "Foam cushioning made with BiOH polyols is comparable to existing foam used by the home furnishings and automotive industries while leaving a smaller environmental footprint. Products that incorporate BiOH polyols offer a responsible choice for consumers and businesses that are increasingly interested in sustainability." (There's that word again!)

I know, the $64,000 question is - how does a sofa with BiOH polyols sit? Is it comfortable? When you have guests over will they fall into the sofa and not be able to get up? Drum roll please...I can tell you from experience - these cushions are AMAZING. We should know; we have so many chairs, sofas and sectionals on our 5 showroom floors that get A LOT of use. Cushions made with BiOH polyols will last a long, long time and are just as comfy as anything out there!

Although my word is good...you should come visit any Circle Furniture and test out the cushions made from soybean oil. Hey, come to think of it...what a great school project for your kids, they could write a report about eco-friendly trends! While your kids are doing research at our store you can take advantage of our Spring Upholstery Sale featuring Ultrasuede® - another amazing product you'll hear about next week!

Quick Tip:
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Happy Weekend Everyone!