eBay Green Team

Source Locally to Minimize the Carbon Footprint

Sourcing labor and materials as locally as possible reduces your item's transportation, and therefore the total environmental impact of your project.

Assessing Seating – Make Sure You've Got Good Bones

Before you decide to invest in the makeover of a previously-owned piece, ask yourself if the overall structure and frame of the item is something you'll be happy with for many years to come.

Choose an Eco-Friendly Fill

Make sure to select an eco-friendly option (and there are plenty!) in order to ensure you aren't exposing yourself and/or the environment to harsh chemicals. Most conventional cushions are made with synthetic foam, which can off-gas in your home and contribute to poor indoor air quality.

Choose an Eco-Friendly Fabric

There are SO many options for sustainable fabrics on the market, it's thrilling. For upholstery purposes I like to stick with recycled polyester or organic wool if the piece is going to be heavily trafficked (like 2 children jumping on it).

Decorate with Pillows!

Complete the transformation with some stylish throw pillows. Look for pillows filled with organic cotton, organic wool, buckwheat hulls or kapok (a super soft fiber made from the seed pod of the kapok tree), and covered in a sustainable fabric.

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