Did you know over 9 million tons of furniture discarded annually in the United States alone? A mere fraction of this shocking amount is recycled or repurposed, while the rest ends up in landfills, taking up valuable space and releasing harmful gases that trap heat in the atmosphere. To fight this problem, we can choose sustainable furniture options. Instead of buying cheap, low-quality furniture that you’ll toss out quickly, consider renting high-quality, sustainable furniture. This is a great option, especially if you move often.
How does renting sustainable furniture help?
By opting for rental furniture from a quality company you can:
- Ensure the efficient use of resources
- Extend the lifespan of high-quality pieces
- Ultimately minimize your carbon footprint.
Additionally, renting furniture presents an eco-friendly solution that reduces waste and aligns with the principles of a circular economy.
There are few companies that companies offer high-quality furniture rentals, similar to what you’d find at Crate & Barrel or Restoration Hardware. However, these companies offer the added benefits of flexibility, convenience, and sustainability that come with renting sustainable furniture. These businesses prioritize sustainability by cleaning, fixing, and refurbishing their furniture between rentals. This keeps the furniture in great shape for a long time. This approach reduces landfill waste and lowers the demand for new furniture production, which is a major source of global carbon dioxide emissions.
What else can you do to reduce your carbon footprint?
Embracing the circular economy and renting sustainable furniture enables individuals and businesses to effectively utilize existing resources and promote a sustainable future. Renting furniture is a key component of promoting sustainability in a circular economy. In addition, there are other eco-conscious actions you can take to further reduce your carbon footprint:
- Donate or sell your unwanted furniture. For those in the Houston area, The Houston Furniture Bank serves as an excellent resource for donations.
- Repurpose old furniture to give it new life. You can find creative ideas for upcycling your old furniture on our DIY blog
Reduce your carbon footprint today!
If you live in or are moving to Houston, consider Hoffer Furniture for sustainable, high-quality furniture rentals. We’ve been recycling and reusing furniture for over 45 years! With over 6,000 items for all budgets and styles, from modern to farmhouse, we have something for everyone.
To make renting easy, our team offers FREE design consultations with experienced stylists who can guide your next steps! Interested? Fill out this quick form to schedule a time with one of our stylists!
Our clearance center, Goody’s, is the final step in our circular furniture model for those preferring to buy. This is where our rental items go once they are beyond their rental life-cycle and are sold at extreme discounts! Great for people looking for fantastic deals, vintage finds, or items to DIY.
Let’s make a positive impact on the environment by choosing sustainable furniture options. Rent, repurpose, and recycle – together we can TRANSFORM into a greener future!
