GUIDE TO SUSTAINABILITY Choosing the right sustainable wood finish
Consumers today are more conscious than ever about the sustainability credentials of the products they buy and use . There is a clear trend for switching to more sustainable and environmentally friendly products . That ’ s why so many people turn to Osmo when looking for a wood finish , as it ’ s not only high-quality , durable and easy to maintain , but it is also made from sustainable ingredients .
A Sustainable Solution
The foundation of Osmo wood finishes is based upon purified and refined natural resources which are carefully harvested into natural oils and hard waxes . Osmo products contain natural vegetable oils to help nourish the wood and retain flexibility . Depending on the product , they might include : linseed oil , sunflower oil , soybean oil as well as thistle oil . The interior range of hard wax oil products also contains natural plant waxes carnauba wax and candelilla wax , offering wear resistance and repellency . Furthermore , our extensively cleaned pigments have been approved for use in the food industry .
Choosing the right finish
Osmo ’ s mission is to preserve the natural beauty and durability of wood with only the highest quality and environmentally friendly
Osmo ’ s mission is to preserve the natural beauty and durability of wood with only the highest quality and environmentally friendly products .
products . Products made from wood ; from flooring to furniture , are made from organic matter , so will continue to need nourishment to ensure the product stays in the best possible condition , both aesthetically and structurally . Our advice is to make use of a high-quality finish , full of natural ingredients to complement the woods properties . This will ensure that the wood continues to breathe and respond well to environmental conditions , removing any possibility of cracking or and blistering .
FSC © Certification Osmo supports sustainable forestry and works diligently to ensure that the origin of timbers used can be proven . To help improve , and with our natural resources in mind , Osmo has taken on the high standard of FSC © -certification for certain products . In choosing an Osmo product , you can be reassured that the product is not just good for wood , but good for the environment too .
For more information on Osmo and its range of environmentally friendly and sustainable products and finishes , call Osmo UK direct on 01296 481220 or alternatively visit www . osmouk . com .
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