function FURNITURE ltd. sustainability guidelines 2008
In the production of our furniture we proudly use;
Formaldehyde free 100% post-industrial recycled wood fiber MDF or SDF (Sustainable Design
Fiberboard)
SierraPine, the leader in sustainable and environmentally preferable composite panels for nearly two
decades is proud to announce the introduction of a new breed of No-Added Formaldehyde
medium density fiberboard...ARREIS.
Engineered to meet the growing demand for sustainable products, ARREIS SDF, also known as
Sustainable Design Fiberboard, has the same performance characteristics of standard MDF yet is
produced with a formaldehyde-free adhesive system and 100% post-industrial recycled wood
fiber.
ARREIS contributes to the following LEED Credits
Reconstituted veneer made from fast growth trees (Poplar)
Powder coat paint used on metal components.
UV roll coat or sprayed finish options = no VOC’s or off-gassing.
function furniture Ltd products manufactured within 50 mile radius of metro area.
Blanket wrapped to reduce packaging waste and better protect furniture.
Additional sustainable products available;
Recycled content upholstery options
Bamboo - teragon.com
Kirei board - kirei-usa.com
Linoleum- forbo.com
Envirobiocomposites - envirobio.com
PETG- 3-form, Lumicor, Imago
Sustainable manufacturing methods/techniques;
Material optimization software/practices-software designed to use the most material possible and
reduce waste/scraps. Any necessary wood scrap material is ground and recycled into farm animal
bedding.
In the production of our furniture we proudly use;
Formaldehyde free 100% post-industrial recycled wood fiber MDF or SDF (Sustainable Design
Fiberboard)
SierraPine, the leader in sustainable and environmentally preferable composite panels for nearly two
decades is proud to announce the introduction of a new breed of No-Added Formaldehyde
medium density fiberboard...ARREIS.
Engineered to meet the growing demand for sustainable products, ARREIS SDF, also known as
Sustainable Design Fiberboard, has the same performance characteristics of standard MDF yet is
produced with a formaldehyde-free adhesive system and 100% post-industrial recycled wood
fiber.
ARREIS contributes to the following LEED Credits
- Materials & Resources (4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2)
- Indoor Environmental Quality (4.4)
Reconstituted veneer made from fast growth trees (Poplar)
Powder coat paint used on metal components.
UV roll coat or sprayed finish options = no VOC’s or off-gassing.
function furniture Ltd products manufactured within 50 mile radius of metro area.
Blanket wrapped to reduce packaging waste and better protect furniture.
Additional sustainable products available;
Recycled content upholstery options
Bamboo - teragon.com
Kirei board - kirei-usa.com
Linoleum- forbo.com
Envirobiocomposites - envirobio.com
PETG- 3-form, Lumicor, Imago
Sustainable manufacturing methods/techniques;
Material optimization software/practices-software designed to use the most material possible and
reduce waste/scraps. Any necessary wood scrap material is ground and recycled into farm animal
bedding.
LEED-CI assistance
*Potential points available-only provided as a reference, not approved by LEED.
1-2 points MR Credit 2.1 – 2.2 Construction Waste Management
1. Blanket wrapped furniture will contribute to the reduction of construction waste by reducing
packaging
2 points MR Credit 4.1 – 4.2 Recycled Content
1. SDF (Sustainable Fiber Board) makes up the bulk of furniture items. Additional product may be
manufactured using PETG (3-form, Lumicor…)
2 points MR Credit 5.1- 5.2 Regional Materials
1. Far exceed this requirement.
1 point MR Credit 6 Rapidly Renewable Materials
1. Use of Bamboo, reconstituted veneer, linoleum, tack fabric, and wheat board core etc…
1 point MR Credit 7 Certified Wood
1. Use of Certified Veneer and MDF or SDF.
3 points EQ Credit 4.1 – 4.2 – 4.4 Low-Emitting Materials
1. Use of proper adhesives and sealants
1 point EQ Credit 8.2 Daylight & Views
1. Design furniture at specific heights to allow required line of sight to outdoor environment.
1-4 points ID Credit 1 – 1.4 Innovation in Design
1. Exceeding current requirements for credit in a variety of areas.
*Potential points available-only provided as a reference, not approved by LEED.
1-2 points MR Credit 2.1 – 2.2 Construction Waste Management
1. Blanket wrapped furniture will contribute to the reduction of construction waste by reducing
packaging
2 points MR Credit 4.1 – 4.2 Recycled Content
1. SDF (Sustainable Fiber Board) makes up the bulk of furniture items. Additional product may be
manufactured using PETG (3-form, Lumicor…)
2 points MR Credit 5.1- 5.2 Regional Materials
1. Far exceed this requirement.
1 point MR Credit 6 Rapidly Renewable Materials
1. Use of Bamboo, reconstituted veneer, linoleum, tack fabric, and wheat board core etc…
1 point MR Credit 7 Certified Wood
1. Use of Certified Veneer and MDF or SDF.
3 points EQ Credit 4.1 – 4.2 – 4.4 Low-Emitting Materials
1. Use of proper adhesives and sealants
1 point EQ Credit 8.2 Daylight & Views
1. Design furniture at specific heights to allow required line of sight to outdoor environment.
1-4 points ID Credit 1 – 1.4 Innovation in Design
1. Exceeding current requirements for credit in a variety of areas.