Exotics
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EcoTimber exotic hardwoods are exceptionally beautiful and are off the charts in terms of hardness and durability. Because they are FSC-certified, using them is key to supporting sustainable forestry initiatives in the tropics where forests are rapidly being cleared for farming.
EcoTimber exotic hardwoods are available in Brazilian Cherry, Patagonian Teak, Tiete Rosewood, and White Tigerwood.
Approved by Subject Editors on August 04, 2004
Reviewed by Marian Keeler
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) procedures minimize waste and selectively harvest trees. Locally sourced species (West coast) are preferred. Significant energy used for logging, prep and transportation & production of adhesives. Hardwoods are more energy intensive than softwoods to harvest and produce.
Stock should be factory sealed. Site (field) applied sealer is an indoor air quality (IAQ) hazard. Adhesives should be low/no-VOC water based products.
GreenHomeGuide Community Reviews
Fusion
on April 06, 2005
My experience with the installation of this flooring has been quite satisfactory. The solid hardwood facing is beautiful and the factory installed finish seems durable with little or no odor during installation. My belief is that there are embodied energy issues with this flooring (transportation from another region of the planet), however, my understanding is that most engineered flooring (even domestic hardwood) is milled and finished overseas before being shipped to the USA. Ecotimber Exotic engineered flooring is milled in South America, from locally harvested FSC material in a socially responsible mill using low VOC glues and finishes. This product is then shipped directly to the United States once. My opinion is that this flooring is a beautiful product with good value produced with a healthy committment to social and environmental issues.
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EcoTimber1611 Fourth Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
Toll-free: 888-801-0855
Phone: 415-258-8454
Fax: 415-258-8455
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758 Gilman Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
Toll free: 877-639-1345
Phone: 510-550-4449
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Since 1992, EcoTimber has promoted forest conservation worldwide by selling sustainably-harvested and reclaimed wood products. We back our products with a commitment to excellent quality, friendly service, and competitive pricing.
Our suppliers’ forestry practices guarantee a perpetual yield of high-quality timber while maintaining or restoring healthy, self-regenerating forest ecosystems. EcoTimber specializes in wood products from forests that are certified well-managed according to the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). We also offer wood that is reclaimed from old buildings, and wood alternatives such as bamboo. EcoTimber thoroughly researches its sources, maintaining the highest standards in choosing genuinely eco-friendly products.
When you buy from EcoTimber, you’re not just buying the finest wood products available. You’re casting a dollar vote for sustainable forestry. Or you’re re-using top-quality wood that would otherwise go to waste. Either way, you are helping conserve forests through responsible wood use.
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