Frequently asked questions

Why do you think your beds are eco-friendly?

We have been making wooden furniture for many years and strongly believe that it's possible to make truly unique and beautiful beds without harming the environment. Unlike many other bed manufacturers, we do all we can to minimise our carbon footprint and have formed our own policy to deal with all the waste produced at all stages.
 

What are your eco beds made from?

Our beds are made from locally produced English ash and high quality softwood. The head and footboards are kept 'in the round' as they're found in nature but the bark is removed leaving a smooth and lustrous finish.
Where do you get your timber from?
The English ash is sourced from managed woodlands all within a 20-mile radius of our workshops and is a combination of thinnings and coppiced timber.
Coppiced timber is produced by cutting the tree but leaving the remaining stump to produce new stems and hence more timber in the future. Thinnings are produced when it is necessary to create more space in a forest for the remaining trees to grow in height and girth.
The softwood that we use for the slats and side rails is from FSC-cerfified suppliers that ensures that it from sustainable sources.
 

Are your beds really handmade?

Yes - all our beds are made in our workshops from the raw timber. Since each piece is unique in shape and size it would be impossible to manufacture by an automated process. We assess each piece for suitability for our beds and work Nature to produce our unique and beautiful beds.
 

What sort of finish do you use on your furniture?

The waxes on all our eco beds are tuolene-free and enhance the natural grain and features of the wood. The hand-wax finish gives the whole piece a beautifully smooth surface that is both hard-wearing and maintenance-free and which will produce a warm patina with age.
You can be sure that no harmful solvents or polyurethane varnishes are used and so you will not need to worry about contaminating your home.
 

Can you supply a mattress that is right for my bed and good for the planet?

We have a choice of mattresses - including fully organic - that we can supply and deliver with your eco bed. These have been chosen for their suitablility for use on slatted beds and will provide many years of use and they carry a full maunfacturer's warranty.
 

How do you deliver my eco bed?

We deliver your eco bed partially assembled since this is both easier and more efficient to transport but will fully assemble it for you and leave it ready for use. We will not leave any packing materials from the bed or mattress as we dispose of these in accordance with our eco-policy (See our green commitment here)
 

How long will I have to wait for my eco bed to be delivered?

Normally, we will deliver your bed within 4-8 weeks after you have placed your order. However, most orders are delivered much quicker as we know that you will want you new bed as quickly as possible.
 

Will my eco bed look like the photographs?

The general design of the bed will be determined by the model that you choose but the actual wood that is used will mean that every bed is slightly different. Also, we can not guarantee that the wood will be the exact colour shown in the photographs as this varies from tree to tree.
 

Will my eco bed really be unique?

Because our beds are made from English ash that is kept in its natural state, every bed that we craft is truly unique. Each and every bed that we make is different and will be made just for you.
 

Can you collect and dispose of my old bed?

Yes, we offer this service for a small extra charge of £15. We can take away your old bed and mattress and dispose of them in an environmentally- friendly manner. You can find out more by going to our Green Commitment page - click here.
 

Do you offer any sort of guarantee with your beds?

Yes, we offer a lifetime guarantee with all our beds. Please go to our Guarantee page for full details