The Impact of Fast Homewares on our Planet

The growing trend that is impacting our homes and our planet: fast homewares. Just like fast fashion, fast homewares are mass-produced, often using low-quality materials and questionable manufacturing practices.

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The Impact of Fast Homewares on our Planet

The growing trend that is impacting our homes and our planet: fast homewares.

 

Jasper Knit Wool Rug - photo cred Lily and Lolly 

 

 

Just like fast fashion, fast homewares are mass-produced, often using low-quality materials and questionable manufacturing practices. While they might be tempting due to their low prices and trendy designs, they come with significant hidden costs.

 

The Dangers of Fast Homewares:

 

  1. Environmental Impact: Fast homewares contribute to a staggering amount of waste. These items are often not built to last, leading to frequent replacements and increased landfill waste. The production process itself also consumes large amounts of natural resources and generates significant pollution.

 

  1. Poor Quality and Short Lifespan: Unlike durable, high-quality home goods, fast homewares are often made from cheaper materials that wear out quickly. This means you'll find yourself replacing items more frequently, ultimately costing you more in the long run.

 

  1. Unethical Manufacturing: Many fast homeware products are produced in factories with poor labor conditions and low wages. By purchasing these items, we may inadvertently support unethical practices and contribute to the exploitation of workers.

 

 

 

 Wheat coloured Braided Round rug with girl reading

 

 

Making Sustainable Choices:

 

At Oh Happy Home we believe in the importance of choosing sustainable, high-quality homewares that are built to last, namely rugs. Here are a few tips to help you make more eco-friendly choices for your home:

 

  • Invest in Quality: Choose items made from durable, sustainable materials. Look for natural fibres. They may cost a bit more upfront, but they'll save you money in the long run.

 

  • Support Ethical Brands: Look for companies like Oh Happy Home that prioritise ethical manufacturing practices and fair labour conditions.The Goodweave label is our assurance. 

 

  • Reduce and Reuse: Opt for timeless designs that won't go out of style, and consider repurposing or upcycling old items instead of discarding them. Our rugs are compostable in the right conditions. Wool, cotton and Jute will break down in the right environment quickly. 

 

By making these small changes, we can all contribute to a healthier planet and a more sustainable future.

 

 

 

 

 

Join Us in Making a Difference:

 

Explore our collection of sustainable homewares, crafted with care and designed to last. Together, we can move away from the cycle of fast homewares and towards a more conscious way of living.

 

Thank you for supporting our mission to create a better world, one home at a time.

 

 Ohh Team x