Can Solid Oak Wood Come From Sustainable Sources?

By Author: Vikram Kuamr
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Yes, it can! While oak is a slow-growing, hard wood (which is what makes it so solid and dependable), as long as trees are replaced on a timely basis, oak sources can be as sustainable as any other wood. The length of time it takes to grow, however, means that oak will never be the cheapest option, unless it is from unsustainable sources. So it makes sense to check that any oak you may purchase is properly tracked and sourced. At Nests and Cubes, all the oak used is absolutely from sustainable sources.

Oak is a fantastically tough, heavy, yet beautiful material to work with. Its grain and colour can vary enormously, but it always produces a heritage quality piece of furniture. If you already have a certain amount of oak furniture, although you can always mix and match with other kinds of wood, you may prefer to stick with this particular kind.

These days, all sorts of furniture are available in solid oak wood, from contemporary to traditional, and from practical to decadent. One of the more practical options, available in both modern and classical styles, is a wood nest cube. This gives the owner the option of ...
... tucking away the smaller table or tables (they usually come in a nest of two or three) underneath the larger one until such time as all or both are required. A social gathering, for example, or simply a number of people within the family home wanting work surfaces at the same time, might necessitate the use of a little more surface work space.

Because it is so hard and resilient, oak is a great choice for furniture that will be in use either occasionally, or on an everyday basis. Solid oak wood is heavy, so it may not be the best option for furniture that you will continually be moving about, but it has the advantage of stability and durability. It’s also a fabulously attractive material, and English oak in particular has such a strong place in our national tradition that it is often our wood of choice.

So as long as you know that the oak you are purchasing has the seal of approval you want – that of being from sustainable sources – you can be confident that you are buying furniture made from one of the best possible materials available, and investing in a piece that will probably outlast you and possibly even your children.

Oak pieces don’t have to be old-fashioned, either. While many classical and traditional styles are available, there are also a great many modern designs and fantastically futuristic looks. Just take a look at the Nests and Cubes website for some clean, lean, solid oak wood pieces, such as wood nest cubes, that will complement any modern home. You can rest assured that your descendants will appreciate the beauty, durability and weight of the pieces you buy today, probably for many generations to come.

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From wood nest cube to TV tables and coffee tables, you can locate some fabulous Solid Oak Wood furniture at Nests and Cubes.