5 Reasons Natural Materials are Unmatched

The world we live in today is a lot more aware and concerned about the impact synthetic materials have on the mind, body and most importantly the environment.

Statistics show that approximately 81% of global consumers want companies to implement programs that improve the environment and create products that are more sustainable. Unsurprisingly 38% of global consumers showed their willingness to pay more for products made with sustainable materials. This is proof the new generations care about more than keeping up with the Jones’.

Millennials are disappointed and Gen Z’s are angry at the insurmountable damage careless corporations have inflicted to the planet by mindlessly and excessively using toxic synthetic materials in everything they produce. We are now collectively facing the consequences with a planet that is suffocating and climate change making the world a difficult place to live.

However, it’s not too late just yet. If we collectively start being responsible today and push corporations to move towards sustainability and eco-friendliness we can stop the damage and innovate ways to repair the environment for our future.

Everything you buy is a signal to the economy about what you care about. Now is the time that you should consider making a switch towards all-natural materials.

Here are five reasons why you should make the switch to natural materials.

They look Amazing

It’s undeniable that natural, organic decor creates a rich, raw and textured vibe that is unachievable with synthetic items. Not only does it give your home a more welcoming, cosy and homey feel but it can also look classy and stylish as well. There is an effortless beauty that comes with natural and sustainable products that your brain can easily recognise and doesn’t have to process. This is why it’s so relaxing to be in nature, your brain isn’t deconstructing everything and it can take a break.

Better for Health

Another compelling reason to shift to natural products is that it is good for your health. Humans have a habit of developing new technologies and mass producing them before we know all the facts. Just a few good examples are Uranium glass, asbestos sheeting and cigarettes. Simply speaking almost all artificial and synthetic materials release toxic chemical compounds, some effects we are aware of and others we don’t know about yet. With continual innovation being apart of our nature we are bound to keep making new things and finding out the consequences later. What if all the new innovations were from sustainable natural materials? We could just compost anything that doesn’t serve us.

They Last

A major reason why people buy synthetic products is because of the low price tag. However, if we look at how they perform in the long run products made with natural materials usually out-perform. They are more resistant to wear and tear, look better with age and are often repairable so they can last for decades. Do you think your last plastic purchase will last a year? What about that family heirloom? What’s it made from?

They are versatile

Industrial, rustic, provincial, boho, contemporary or coastal, it doesn’t matter what the style of your home is because there is a natural product designed to suit effortlessly. The same can’t always be said about synthetic products which are always made cheaply to follow a trend and will stick out as the lowest quality item in a room. Good quality is never cheap and cheap items are never good quality so stop buying things you will just throw away and stick with natural materials that can be donated, composted or recycled when you’re done with them.

Natural is sustainable

Last and certainly most importantly, natural materials are unmatched because they are sustainable and eco-friendly. As discussed earlier we collectively need to make conscious decisions to stop the damage being done to the Earth by our capitalist system. That is only possible if we shift to sustainable alternatives for every purchase possible.

If you are buying your products from small businesses you can be sure the money is going into the quality of the products and the community. Why give your money to large companies who sell low-quality products for the highest margin and treat their employees poorly? It’s so easy to find alternatives now we are all connected online.

Wouldn’t you prefer adding individuality, distinctiveness and character in your home with unique handcrafted sustainable products instead of the mainstream, low quality and toxic furniture that every other home will have?
You can be doing multiple good deeds supporting a small business grow and taking steps towards helping save our planet.

We have the power to change the world if we focus on care over convenience, people and planet before profit and sustainability for our children’s future.