Have you wondered what will happen to your old sofa or chair when you decide it’s time to replace it? While many of us choose to donate our unwanted furniture to charity or sell it online, a lot of used furniture eventually ends up in a landfill. In fact, 4.1 percent of all household waste is discarded furniture, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
Consumer demand for new furniture pieces is not only choking landfills, but is also contributing to deforestation. If you are an ardent recycler, and are concerned about creating a smaller carbon footprint and being environmentally conscious, recycling your old furniture is a smart idea.
Re-upholstering your old furniture is not that difficult, and you can save money by doing the work yourself. The process of re-upholstery creates a lot less waste than producing new furniture. By renewing your existing furniture through re-upholstery, you can address the issue of sustainability, save money, and lead a more environmentally friendly lifestyle.

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