Wood

We’re big fans of wood

We love wood because it’s durable, renewable, recyclable and beautiful. As one of the largest users of wood in the retail sector, we always look for ways to use it wisely and to source it according to high set standards. Our long-term goal is that all wood will come from more sustainable sources, defined as recycled or FSC® certified wood, by 2020.

“We’re promoting the adoption of sustainable forestry methods. We do this in order to influence others and also to contribute to the important work of ending deforestation”

- Mikhail Tarasov, Global Forestry Manager IKEA

In 2017, we reached the goal of having 73% of our target of 100% wood from more sustainable sources in countries with a history of challenges related to forest management.

Responsible sourcing

All Acacia we use from Vietnam comes from FSC certified plantations. Together with our suppliers, smallholder farmers and partners like WWF, IKEA ensures that acacia is grown in a way that is better for the environment - and the local communities.