Certified Finnish Forests

Where It All Begins

Our frames start their journey in certified Finnish forests, where sustainable forestry practices ensure the long-term health of these vital ecosystems. Each tree selected for our frames comes from forests managed according to strict environmental standards.

These forests are carefully monitored to maintain biodiversity, protect wildlife habitats, and ensure regeneration. When a tree is harvested, new saplings are planted, creating a continuous cycle of growth and renewal.

Carbon Sequestration

Each frame locks approximately 2.3 kg of CO₂, compared to 0.8 kg for plastic alternatives.

Certified forest showing sustainable tree growth

From Log to Lumber

Wood processing showing natural grain patterns

Careful Selection and Processing

Once harvested, each log undergoes careful inspection. We select pieces with optimal grain patterns and structural integrity. The wood is then milled using traditional techniques combined with modern precision equipment.

Moisture content is carefully controlled throughout the process. Our frames are crafted from wood with moisture levels between 8-12%, ensuring stability and preventing warping over time.

Lumber Specs:

Origin: Finnish Birch/Oak/Pine
Moisture: 8-12%
Age: 40-60 years
Certification: FSC/PEFC

Handcrafted Assembly

Precision Miter Joints

Each frame is assembled using traditional miter joint techniques, where corners meet at precise 45-degree angles. This method ensures strength and visual continuity, creating seamless corners that showcase the natural beauty of the wood grain.

Our craftspeople carefully match grain patterns across corners, creating frames where the wood appears to flow continuously around the perimeter. This attention to detail transforms each frame into a work of art.

The assembly process respects the natural characteristics of the wood, allowing each piece to express its unique personality while maintaining structural integrity.

Handcrafted frame assembly showing miter joints

Environmental Impact

Comparison showing environmental benefits of wood frames

Comparing Materials

Wood frames offer significant environmental advantages over synthetic alternatives. Unlike plastic frames, which are derived from fossil fuels and can take centuries to decompose, wood frames are renewable and biodegradable.

During their growth, trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, storing it in the wood. This carbon remains locked in the frame for its entire lifespan, making each frame a small but meaningful contribution to carbon sequestration.

2.3 kg

CO₂ Stored

100%

Renewable

40+

Years Growth