Environmental Issues
WorkSpaces recognizes that conserving natural resources is critically important to our business, customers, and larger community. We are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our business through:
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Recycling and using packaging materials that are recyclable
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Ensuring the responsible use of energy, including conservation and efficiency
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Reducing and reusing packaging materials, while still ensuring your shipment arrives undamaged
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Creating high quality, substantial furniture that will last for generations.
Information on Vendors
Our vendor factories in the USA must meet stringent regulations on air and water emissions. Here are some facts about our vendor factories that illustrate our commitment to a sustainable Earth:

Earth, A Fragile Sanctuary For LIfe
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Our rigid thermofoil laminate vendor, Omnova Solutions, has had an aggressive sustainability program since 2008.
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Our MDF wood core is a "green no added formaldehyde" material from Sierra Pine.
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We use powder coated metal components which reduces VOC gases (versus enamel, chrome, and paint). Read about the benefits of powder coated finishes.
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Brentwood, our manufacturing vendor, received a Certificate of CARB Compliance, meaning it meets California rules regulating formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products.
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Preferred Seating by RFM is MAS Green Certifified - an independent emissions testing program that certifies low-emitting interior products and building materials to relevant regulatory and industry emission standards. When purchasing RFM products you can earn credits in sustainability programs like LEED and California CHP program.