Honey, nature isn’t just for the birds and bees! You, too, can create a natural haven for love in the midst of this crazy, fast-paced world, and it’s a lot easier than you think. You can have the cozy little nest you’ve been dreaming of, and you can do it without denuding a gaggle of geese, supporting harmful pollutants, or contributing to deforestation or the general decline of western civilization. In order to keep your den of iniquity clean and green, all you need is a little common sense and a lot of motivation.
For starters, there are now many items on the market that you can use to create an eco-friendly boudoir, but you are going to have to look around to find what you want and do some research to ensure what you’re buying is really green. If you’ve been interested in reducing your carbon footprint for awhile, you are probably well aware of eco fabrics like organic cotton, bamboo and hemp silk that are planet approved because they forego the use of pesticides and herbicides, are manufactured without pollutants, and tend to utilize low- or no-impact dyes. They are also renewable and sustainable. You may have even invested in some sheets or drapery made from these great green fabrics. But did you know they can also be found in pillows, mattresses, furniture, and even rugs? You can pretty much outfit your entire room in eco-chic fabrics, from floor to ceiling. And you can also get bamboo furniture, which is often simple, modern, and available in a wide variety of colors and styles. Or you can always go the antique route and seek out reclaimed pieces for a little signature flair. And don’t forget the mood lighting. You can opt for compact fluorescent lights, which draw significantly less electricity and have a much longer life, or go for some handmade candles to reduce energy-use and support a local business.
Now, while there are many products that claim to be eco-friendly, you should be aware that they are not all created equally. For example, many pillows and comforters that display the EcoDown label are not, in fact, offering green fill. While they certainly won’t supply goose-down, they are most likely stuffed with polyester fibers. So you’ll want to check the contents to ensure that you’re getting organic cotton, plant fiber, or recycled synthetics instead. You should also be aware that many companies offer eco-friendly furniture that only marginally fulfills that claim. For example, you can get eco-leather. Oh, it’s still leather, alright. But just because it’s humanely treated doesn’t mean they didn’t slaughter it all the same to make your chair. Or you may find wooden furniture that claims to be eco-friendly because it uses “more sustainable” woods. Good news, it only takes twenty years to grow new trees instead of the thirty required for hardwoods. And while it never hurts to support products that are at least on the right track (over those that don’t have a clue), you can do better if you try.
Nothing will ease your mind like knowing that through your diligence and effort, the creation of your most intimate space has done nothing to further impact the deterioration of our planet, and that you are supporting the environment that allows us to thrive. You can feel good about the fact that you’ve created a harmonious space that caters not only to your needs, but also the needs of the Earth, and of generation yet to come. And having a clear conscience will free you up to explore other possibilities in your brand new love nest.
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