How does NV™ choose wood species for doors?
We select wood species that are beautiful, rapidly renewable and/or come from sustainable forests. What is Sustainable Lumber? Sustainable Lumber is wood harvested with the goal of maintaining a balanced ecosystem. These forests are replanted to replenish what is taken, animal habitats are preserved and environmental damage is closely controlled. As a result forest health and diversity are preserved. Green With NV™ procurement goes to great pains to ensure all components used meet this criterion. Why low or no Formaldehyde? Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong smelling gas. It interferes with oxygen absorption, causes cancer in laboratory animals and can be an eye, ear, nose and throat irritant to humans. It is used in adhesives present in most plywood or particle board products as well as those used to glue cabinet parts together. In all cases this chemical continually off gases after installation in your home, affecting your indoor air quality. Green With NV™ cabinets are built with e