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    LET’S BE REAL! HOW SUSTAINABLE IS THE BED 2.0?

    Sustainability is one of the key principles behind the design of our products. Our aim is to provide you with alternatives to traditional furniture that, in addition to offering various benefits, are particularly eco-friendly. But what does "sustainable" really mean in this context?

    Sustainability is one of the key principles behind the design of our products. Our aim is to provide you with alternatives to traditional furniture that, in addition to offering various benefits, are particularly eco-friendly. But what does "sustainable" really mean in this context?

    The environmental impact of our Bed 2.0

    Chiara Fahrthofer, a student in the Master's program "Eco Design" at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt, conducted a thorough analysis of our Bed 2.0 for her Master's thesis*. She compared its environmental impact with that of a traditional bed, examining every stage from raw material extraction and production to usage and waste management.

    The result: The Bed 2.0 has a significantly smaller environmental footprint compared to a conventional bed. Its carbon footprint - and thus its contribution to global warming - is 280 times smaller, it uses 8,000 times less energy, and its transport is four times more climate-friendly thanks to its lightweight design. We’re honestly a bit astonished by these findings and incredibly proud to have created such an outstanding product that blends functionality, design, and sustainability.

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    OUR CARDBOARD FURNITURE...

    ...is produced in a highly resource-efficient manner. It is are made from 54% to 80% recycled materials, 100% recyclable, and generates no waste during production, as all cardboard scraps are returned to the recycling process.

     

    Unfortunately, our furniture cannot completely eliminate the use of fresh paper fibers, as this would affect stability. However, these fibers make up around 20% to 46% of the material and come from sustainably managed forests.

    *Chiara Fahrthofer, "Comparison of the two Life Cycle Assessments of a conventionally produced bed and 'Bett 2.0' by ROOM IN A BOX GmbH & Co. KG regarding their environmental impact within defined impact categories.", Master's program "Eco Design", University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt, Campus Wieselburg, Supervisor: Gerald Götz.*

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    WHY CORRUGATED CARDBOARD?

    Corrugated cardboard often gets a bad rap, mostly known as packaging material that’s quickly discarded. Even as moving boxes, it can disappoint with torn handles or bottoms that give way.

    So, why do we use corrugated cardboard for furniture?

    The answer is simple: Not all corrugated cardboard is the same!

    CO-SLEEPING IN THE FAMILY BED

    If we could ask babies where they prefer to sleep, their answer would undoubtedly be: 'Right next to Mom or Dad!' The warmth of body contact and the familiar scent of their primary caregiver provide babies - and even older children - with the sense of security and comfort they associate with the womb.

    HOW IS OUR CORRUGATED CARDBOARD COMPOSED?

    We are often asked why our furniture isn’t made entirely from recycled materials. That’s why we’d like to give you an insight into the composition of our corrugated cardboard and its recycled content.

    WHAT MAKES OUR CARDBOARD FURNITURE SO SUSTAINABLE?

    Many people wonder if our cardboard furniture is truly more sustainable than traditional furniture. The answer is simple: Yes, it is!

    Here's how and why.

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