Worktops
Alongside cabinets, choosing the right material for your worktop is equally important. We only use 100 % FSC timber in our wooden worktops.
We also use Silestone and Corian worktops, some of which contain post-consumer content including mirror, glass and porcelain, for the ultimate eco-friendly finish. These worktops are highly durable, long lasting and can easily be repaired and renewed— thus minimising waste in the landfill.
Paints
There are so many brands and types of paint that knowing which one to choose can be very confusing. But, when creating a kitchen it ' s imperative to choose water based paints that have low VOC levels. VOCs are organic chemicals that have a high vapour pressure at room temperature.
Some paints contain VOCs which are harmful to human health and the environment. So by using water based environmentally friendly paints you ' re protecting your family ' s health and the planet ' s.
We only use water based paints for our kitchens and furniture and also use a patented oil to protect our wood which is made from natural ingredients, no solvents and contain 0 % VOCs.
Floors and walls
Bamboo flooring is fast becoming one of the most eco-friendly flooring choices which works well in kitchens and throughout the home. While solid floors used to be the most popular choice, sustainably sourced engineered floors are also fast becoming the preferred option. Engineered flooring looks just as beautiful as solid floor, but its boards are stable and don ' t react to changes in temperature. See our range here. Aside from timber, polished concrete, made from recycled materials, makes for a fantastic floor. It has a long life cycle, is energy efficient and is excellent at trapping and releasing heat.
Appliances
The advancements in technology has resulted in smart kitchen appliances that help you and your home conserve energy. Look for appliances with a A +++ energy rating.
They are thought to use over 50 % less power than those in the A class, and will greatly contribute to the credentials of your ecofriendly kitchen. On top of that, always use eco light bulbs for your lights and fittings.
All of the lights we use throughout our designs, including the internal LED cabinet lights, are energy efficient. They run on extremely low voltage, not only saving you a hefty energy bill but also the planet.
W: www. bathbespoke. co. uk photographed by Billy Bolton
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