boydens.co.uk Sustainability Create a kitchen that’s beautiful, functional and will stand the test of time for your new home! 59 life A kitchen for a sustainable As part of your sustainability journey, it is important to consider how long a new kitchen will last, how easily it can be repaired and what materials it is made of. “Fortunately, there are a wealth of innovations out there to help ensure your kitchen has a long and happy life despite any wear and tear,” says Simon Bodsworth, Managing Director of interiors specialist, Daval (daval-furniture.co.uk). “There’s no doubt that the kitchen is the hardest-working room in the house, which is why you need to find out about the finishes available. Leading manufacturers offer a wide assortment and one of the most exciting areas of development is the self-repairing kitchen. Check out the new types of foil coating on the market, which you can easily repair yourself in the event of a scratch or scuff, so you don’t need to call out an expert at an extra cost.” Recycling materials is one of the easiest ways to live more sustainably, so make sure you do your homework when investigating the components of your kitchen. Premium kitchen furniture makers have been pushing new boundaries by using recycled elements within their ranges. “The beauty of this approach is that these parts can in turn be recycled – so this virtuous circle can continue,” points out Simon. “It really does pay to find out as much as possible about the options out there so that you can choose a kitchen which is affordable and eco-friendly. In my experience, you won’t need to skimp on style or function to have a beautiful and sustainable kitchen.” Renewable wood alternatives will prove their worth as an eco-friendly option that does not compromise style or quality. “Innovative solid wood veneers and replica laminate door solutions have become a great way to introduce authentic texture in the modern kitchen and become a sustainable choice that still delivers on quality of materials,” comments Matt Phillips, Head of UK Operations for kitchen manufacturer, Rotpunkt (rotpunkt.co.uk). “Given the latest research shows that homeowners across all demographics want the look and feel of a real-wood kitchen without the overall weight and price implications, maintenance and environmental impact, I believe climate-friendly design and manufacture is only set to rise in popularity with furniture helping to minimise carbon footprints and promote a reduce, reuse and recycle approach to interior design.
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