Just peel, stick done? No tools required, no hardware included? How can that be and will it hold, is it strong? People often ask us these questions about our zBoard storage furniture and we thought a short little video can help demonstrate the remarkable simplicity of our products. During our development process, we found out from 3M that adhesive is used in aircraft wings! The constant vibration from the wings require more than just screw that may come loose over time. The solution is adhesive used to bond wing parts together. In zBoard storage products, we use 3M industrial adhesive and eliminated the need for tools and hardware in the assembly process. As we all know from a certain large blue and yellow retailer, furniture assembly can be difficult :) Way Basics believes in keeping things simple and doing the right thing which means making products that are easy to use, practical and sustainable. We’re just so excited about our products, we’ll be quiet now and let you watch the video.
We’ve been featured in the fall issue of Coast Kids Magazine! The back to school season is upon us and we’re excited to see how everyone will be using Way Basics products to help you live simply!Way Basics Storage Cubes and Shelving Units: Eco-smart, colorful and a snap to assemble, Way Basics’ storage units are based on the Cube as a modular design element. Made from environmentally sound building blocks called zBoards (which are 99% post consumer recycled paper) the cubes are lighter, stronger and more durable than particle board. A single page of illustrated instructions zips you through assembly using industrial strength 3M adhesive to peel, stick and create your Cube in a snap!
Zooey Magazine is hosting a benefit for the Farm Sanctuaryin order to raise awareness of the efforts to care and rehabilitate for farm animals across the country that have been subject to abuse.
The Farm Sanctuary has two shelters, one in Northern California and another in New York. A host of celebrities will be attending the event as well as some key sponsors of the event including Way Basics. Way Basics is happy to support the Farm Sanctuary. We hope the event is a huge success!
The event will take place August 15th from 1-5 PM in Culver City.
Before you know it, it will be time to head back to school. That means buying pencils, paper, books, crayons, clothes, and the list goes on. But where do we store all of these back to school essentials? Way Basics has you covered! Whether starting the first day of elementary school or the third year of med school, space is limited wherever you go, so let Way Basics help! (Read More)
The back to school season will soon be upon us, so now is the time to gear up! With each grade that passes, we should be that much more organized and prepared for the next level, so here’s your chance to buckle down with great storage solutions from Way Basics! (Read more)
Way Basics is proud to be a sponsor of OurEarth.org. Founded in 2006 by several recent graduates of Johns Hopkins University, this non-profit organization is led by an all volunteer team of graduate and medical students as well as environmental experts and leaders from around the country. The organization also involves undergraduate and graduate students from over 40 U.S. college campuses.
Environmental information can be daunting and confusing. OurEarth.org makes it easier for us to find information, programs, and news. In 2009 OurEarth.org debuted a one-of-a-kind, national directory to help high school students pursue environmental degrees and enable college students be more environmentally-responsible on their campuses. Get started on a healthier lifestyle today. Here are 10 10 easy ways to be green from OurEarth.org
1. ReduceJust by turning off the tap while brushing your teeth or shaving, you can save more than 200 gallons of water per month. Here are some other effective ways you can help to conserve resources …
Turn off the lights when leaving a room.
Use both sides of the paper when printing and copying.
Walk or bike instead of driving.
Take short showers.
Drink tap water instead of bottled water.
Remove unnecessary items from your car to reduce weight.
2. Unplug Unused Electronics Did you know that a cell phone charger can still consume electricity even when a phone isn’t connected to it? In the average home, 25% of the electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off. To stop these “phantom loads” when devices are not in use, unplug them or connect them to power strips, which can then be turned off. (Source: U.S.DOE)
3. RecycleBy recycling materials such as aluminum cans, newspapers, and glass jars, you can save energy and landfill space, conserve natural resources, and also prevent pollution. Recycling one ton of paper saves 17 mature trees, 7,000 gallons of water, three cubic yards of landfill space, two barrels of oil, and 4,100 kilowatt-hours of electricity – enough energy to power the average US home for five months. Visit our recycling directoryto find recycling opportunities in your community. (Source: U.S. EPA)
4. Look For The ENERGY STAR Label If a product has the ENERGY STAR seal, it meets certain energy efficiency standards. Home appliances, electronics, windows, and roofing are just a few of the products that can qualify, so check a product’s box or manual, or speak to a salesperson to see if it is ENERGY STAR compliant. In 2006, ENERGY STAR products helped US consumers save an estimated $14 billion on their utility bills. In addition to energy savings, there are rebates and federal tax credits available for some ENERGY STAR products. VisitENERGYSTAR.gov or our energy section for more information. (Source: ENERGY STAR)
5. Use Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs)Almost all of the electricity used by an incandescent bulb is converted to heat and not light; CFLs provide a much more efficient alternative. ENERGY STAR labeled CFLs use up to 75 percent less energy and last up to 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs, saving an average of $30 over the lifetime of each bulb. To maximize their effectiveness, check the packaging to make sure that each CFL is the proper type and wattage for your lamps. (Source: ENERGY STAR)
6. Fix LeaksA faucet that leaks one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons of water each year. A leaky toilet can waste up to 200 gallons of water every day. To determine whether your toilet has a leak, place a drop of food coloring in the tank; if the color appears in the bowl without flushing, you have a leak. To find and fix air leaks, ENERGY STAR offers a free guide. (Source: U.S. EPA)
7. Buy Recycled Look for the words “postconsumer” or “recycled” when shopping. There are over 4,500 recycled-content products available including paper towels, printer paper, note pads, packing boxes, sleeping bags, laundry detergent bottles, glass containers, nails, carpeting, trash cans, and trash bags. The amount of postconsumer content can vary from a small percentage to 100 percent, so look for labels that indicate the highest percentage.(Source: U.S. EPA)
8. Computer Power Management Enable low-power sleep modes and turn off computers and monitors at night. General Electric implemented power management features on 75,000 of its computers, annually saving the company $2.5 million dollars and preventing 20,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. For step-by-step instructions on how to optimize the settings on your computer, visit ENERGY STAR. Network administrators can also set system wide power management settings by using EZ GPO, a free software tool from ENERGY STAR. (Source: ENERGY STAR)
9. Properly Dispose of Hazardous WasteElectronics, CFLs, certain batteries, and other household hazardous wastes contain toxic materials so they should not be sent to landfills where they can pollute the surrounding land and water. A single computer monitor may contain 4 pounds of lead as well as other toxic heavy metals. Many companies and municipal governments offer free collection programs, and in some cases you can even get paid to recycle old electronics. Visit our collection events page to find disposal options.(Source: U.S. EPA)
10. Fresh, Local, OrganicFood travels an average of 1,200 miles before it reaches your plate, so buy locally produced items to save energy and prevent emissions from going into the air. Visit USDA.gov to find a farmers market in your area. Also, choose fresh foods instead of frozen, since frozen foods require 10 times more energy to produce. Finally, organic foods are both good for the environment and good for your health since synthetic hormones, most conventional pesticides, as well as other potentially hazardous practices are not used. (Source: U.S. EPA)
Way Basics is continuously striving to improve our products and bring on new products that make everyday living a bit more easy. Right now, our designers are working hard to come up with new designs for our Modular Table Set. There’s been high demand for the Modular Table Set, partly because of the simplicity of it, but also because it is 100% safe for your family and 100% safe for the environment.
While all this designing is taking place, we don’t want to lose sight of what is most important in this endeavor, and that is YOU, our friends! We are seeking your feedback to let us know how you would like to see the new Modular Table Set designed. What could make it better? What colors would you like to see?
Original Modular Table Set
Current Modular Table Set
What will the next one look like?
The Modular Table Set is one of our most popular designs, so we are quite honored by any and all feedback you might have! Send emails to talktous |at| waybasics.com or give us a call at 949-892-5279. We’d love to get the chance to talk!
Just as spring turns to summer, a caterpillar into a butterfly, or watching our children grow, Way Basics is growing and evolving in order to share the wonderful solutions our community has to offer.
At the birth of Way Basics, we wanted to create fun, affordable, and eco friendly furniture and storage solutions for our friends, family and community. We quickly learned that there was so much else in the world that we wanted to share!
We introduced our line of paper based furniture in 2008 and it has quickly become the most popular, simplest, most ingenious storage furniture ever. Made from environmentally sound building blocks we call zBoards® – we use recycled paper rather than chopping down new trees to create our furniture.
At Way Basics, we’re all about sharing and spreading the love. We care about you and our environment, so why not share our knowledge about how to make our lives simpler and better? We see so many wonderful products in the market place that are designed smartly, easy to use, safe for us, and nice to the earth. We thought waybasics.com would be a great place to share with you our findings from around the world and be your place to go where you can learn and shop about products that could help you live simply. Enjoy!
Have you ever had an idea that you wanted to share with the world, but didn’t have a podium to stand on? Now is your chance to let Way Basics be your podium! If you like what we’re doing at Way Basics and you want to be a part of it, we’re looking for a few BFFs to work with us on developing the next best product to come out of Way Basics.
We’re all about creating simple solutions for you and your family, so this is a perfect opportunity to give your input on what you think would help to make your life simpler, and more fun!
Just a couple of the perks associated with the program:
- You’ll receive exclusive discounts on any products at www.waybasics.com
- You will also receive free product!
If you think that you’d be a good fit, click on the link below to look over the BFF form and submit! Anyone who submits an application will automatically get a coupon code for 15% off!
We want you, our loyal fans, to vote for Way Basics’ fearless leader, Jimmy Chiang, in Nau’s 2nd annual Grant for Change Contest! Here’s our chance to share with the world, the positive and lasting change we can make in neighborhoods all across the country. Let’s encourage conscious buying decisions and environmental sustainability!
Nau (pronounced “now”) is a Portland, Oregon based clothing company that designs sustainable urban & outdoor apparel for the modern mobile lifestyle. This competition will award a company or person that gets the most votes. The theme is design! Nau want’s to know how we are using design as a tool for positive change. Well, well, well.. are they in for a treat. Since Way Basics is all about sustainable practices and simplifying everyday life, we’re a natural fit! Vote for Jimmy here
