Sustainable solutions

GREENER, MORE LIVABLE AND COOLER

All our products are designed and produced in-house. This allows us to maintain full control over the entire process. Sustainability, quality, functionality and design are at the heart of every design. In addition to developing new products, we are constantly focussing on optimising and improving our existing product range.

R-ladder

In our design process, we apply the principles of the R-ladder: Reduce, Re-use, Repair, Remanufacture and Recycle. In this way, we not only guarantee the sustainability of our products, but also contribute to a circular economy.

Thanks to our design, development and production process, we have already included various sustainable products in our range. Here is a selection of some products:

Greenpoint

Our greenpoints are designed for public space and serve as a meeting place that at the same time promotes greening. The greenpoints are ideal for squares and courtyards, as they combine seating areas with greenery. An important advantage of our greenpoints is that they are movable, which means that they bring greenery to locations where permanent greenery is not an option. This makes them a flexible and effective solution to realise a greener city in a simple way.

View our greenpoints here

Vertical green

Greenery against façades, or vertical greenery, contributes to better air quality. This is because the greenery on the walls filters pollutants and reduces CO2. In addition, it acts as a natural insulation, keeping buildings cooler in summer and warmer in winter. This results in energy savings. In addition, façade greenery promotes biodiversity and creates a beautiful image in the urban landscape.

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Tree grids and tree grates

Tree grids and grates protect a tree's tree roots from physical damage from pedestrians, vehicles, and other external factors. In addition, they play an important role in promoting the flow of water and air to the roots. The design allows water and air to pass through, allowing the roots to absorb sufficient oxygen and moisture. This ensures that even in harsh, and often unfavourable urban conditions, the tree receives the necessary nutrients to stay healthy. Tree grates also contribute to rainwater control. They allow water to infiltrate directly into the soil around the tree, which not only benefits the tree but also contributes to better urban water management. The rainwater is not drained directly into the sewer system, so tree grates help to reduce flooding in urban areas and improve water management. Tree grids are indispensable in a sustainable environment for the protection and maintenance of urban trees. They contribute to the health and longevity of the trees and play an important role in the management of rainwater in urban areas.

View our tree grids here

Litter bins

Our litter bins are designed with sustainability in mind. This is due to the sustainable material choices we have made, from coated steel, to corten steel and clad with sustainable woods. These materials last a very long time, without deteriorating. The bins are also designed to resist vandalism, so less replacement is needed as a result. The bins are modular as much as possible, which means that damaged modular parts can be replaced. At the end of their lives, the waste bins can be recycled or reused. Finally, our litter bins provide plenty of opportunity in the city to dispose of waste. As a result, it does not roam the street and the waste can be recycled. Our litter bins have several containers, so that waste can be separated for further recycling.

View our litter bins here

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY?

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

We design and produce all our products ourselves. In all these designs, quality, functionality and design are paramount...

SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS

At FURNS, we manage the entire production process ourselves: from design to production. All this with sustainability in mind...

SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP

We also make as many sustainable choices as possible within our company. For example, we are driving more and more electric and our roof is full of solar panels...