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Hi Timothy. Thanks for the great question. The Sustainable Furniture Council is a helpful resource to refer to when choosing eco-friendly furnishings. The requirements for the SFC designation include detailing the complete supply chain of how things are made and where supplies come from, a reduction of wastes and pollutants during the manufacturing process, and the reduction of emissions during their transport (like the offerings from NaturesCast shown at the top of this post). Here's a complete list of manufacturers and retailers participating in the SFC with more details about the identification program.

Also consider purchasing used furniture, a very eco-friendly decision and one that might save you a lot of money. Here's a great list of used furniture shops with unique offerings that run the gamut of traditional, ethnic and modern.