A healthy home
Chemical-free
products
In a time when progress not always mean well-being, we are all trying to do what we can for our health. Our efforts are mostly focused on diet and exercise. However, the materials we surround ourselves with can also have a huge impact on our health.
Not so long ago it was common to use harmful materials containing asbestos or lead in building constructions, those days are behind us. What we now know is that artificial materials can be dangerous for our health. Natural materials are the best and safest option in this regard, and we are not just talking about the lack of chemicals. Research has shown that natural materials have a beneficial effect on our mental health. This is of course something that triggers us in Eikund too.
SUPPLEMENTARY SUBSTANCES
Substances like glue for bonding separate wooden parts together, surface finishes such as soap, oil and lacquer are used in our production. All these substances are applied in a closed area with good ventilation. The glue that we use has the EU Ecolabel, the soap is 100% natural, some oil is certified BREEAM-NOR, and Eikund is in the process of changing all lacquers to water-based versions.
We are in a continuous process of removing substances that damages the environment. Part of our efforts involve close dialogue with several of our suppliers to find better options for the future.