For the more environmentally conscious of you out there who
require a new wardrobe, never fear.

Nowadays manufacturers create a range of wardrobes and
wardrobe accessories just for you. For the most part these
manufacturers use reclaimed wood in their wardrobes, but
some other materials can also be used such as metal or
plastic that has been reclaimed. Wardrobe systems are also
available, coming in wide-ranging designs and styles. Below
we outline some of the more environmentally friendly items
you can find

Wood composite wardrobes are constructed from
green-certified wood products, meaning you can enjoy the
appearance and beauty of a more traditional looking
wardrobe without all the environmentally damaging baggage
that comes with producing one. In a nutshell, these are
made by combining wood fibres with a type of resin to form
a smooth but very hard material. As well as making sure the
wood has been sourced responsibly, most manufacturers take
great care to limit the effects of any chemicals that may
be given off during the process.

Plastic and metal is gaining in popularity when it comes to
wardrobe systems and shelving. For the most part these come
in individual pieces that then join together, creating a
DIY wardrobe system and are really ideally as an
inexpensive option for those either renting a property or
looking to relocate at some stage in the near future. While
the plastic tends to become brittle with age, the metal
obviously lasts a lot longer, although many people find the
rather harsh appearance of the metal as rather off-putting.

Although under normal circumstances plastic and metal
production is harsh on the environment, many manufacturers
are turning to reclaimed plastic and metal as a method of
making their products more environmentally friendly.

Wardrobes and wardrobe solutions made almost entirely of
reclaimed wood are not yet as popular as the above, but
they are obviously more beneficial to the environment than
the above.

Manufacturers use all sorts of reclaimed wood such as old
desks, tables, doors and other bits of wooden furniture to
create their items. Currently, the only downside to using
these materials is the cost involved. It is obviously not
the cost of the raw materials themselves; rather that of
time and effort needed to break them down and construct
something new from them.

At the end of the day, each of the above offers advantages
as well as some disadvantages when it comes to wardrobes or
wardrobe solutions. You should remember though, that each
one is also a lot more environmentally friendlier than
traditional wardrobe construction.