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Q & A with the Way Basics Cube

Tuesday, September 28th, 2010

We got a chance to sit down with the most popular item at waybasics.com for an interview.  In this interview, the Cube talks all about how it came to be, what it’s made of and plans for the future.

WB: So Cube, what makes you so popular?

Cube: Well, I come in 9 different colors, you can accessorize me with storage baskets and decorate me with the new decals from Wall Candy and Wee Gallery.  Not to mention, I go great with all the other zBoard items.

WB: Very cool.  But what makes you so different from all the other Cubes out there?

Cube: Glad you asked.  For starters, I’m made of 99% recycled paper.

WB: Wow, really?  How’d you manage that!?  And what about the other 1%?

Cube: It’s true.  I’m actually made in Taiwan, which is much more advanced than the rest of the world in their paper manufacturing technology.  Necessity is the mother of all invention you know, and with resources in short supply in Taiwan, it’s important to make good use of the materials they have.  So here I am!  The other 1% is actually virgin paper.

WB: So why is that necessary?

Cube: Eco friendly ink is printed directly onto the virgin paper, and it’s made into the paper veneer that wraps my inner core.

WB: We’ve found that almost all household furniture contains MDF or particle board, which also contains VOCs and formaldehyde.  Please don’t tell me that you have that harmful stuff.

Cube: I’ve heard about that too, and worry not!  There’s no VOCs, formaldehyde, or ANY toxic materials in me.  I’ve actually undergone third party testing, so you can lay your worries to rest.  Many families are concerned with off gassing and other toxins being present, so I’m happy to say that you’ll get none of that nonsense with me.

WB:  Wheeew.. That’s a relief.  So there really isn’t any comparison is there?

Cube: You guessed it.  Now the only trick is gonna be finding some sunglasses that’ll fit my stylish self.

WB:  Well if that’s the only thing you have to worry about, life is good!  Any plans for the future?

Cube: The possibilities are endless you know.  My main goal is helping people to live simply.  With everything getting more and more complicated, I feel like we should slow things down and bring it back to the basics.

WB: Very true.  Well I’d say good luck, but I know you’re not gonna need it.  You might need a little luck with the shades though lol. Thanks for taking time out of your busy day to talk to us.  We really appreciate it.

Cube: Of course!  You know, if you have any other questions, I’m happy to answer any questions you might have.  Drop me a line at talktous[at]waybasics.com any time.

Messy Room Makeover

Monday, September 20th, 2010

Messy Room Contest

Announcing the second round of the Messy Room Contest! Made popular by Way Basics fans from across the country, here is your chance to air your dirty laundry and win some cash for the clutter!

Organization seems so simple, yet many times it’s just short of unachievable—that is, without the help of Way Basics of course! Last time we ran this contest we focused on messy bedrooms, so this time around we’ll be focusing on messy/disorganized living rooms and family rooms.

The Dirt: Send us a photo of your messy living room to talktous@waybasics.com. Please include yourself in the photo along with your name. We’ll keep entries open until the end of the week (Friday October 1st). The top entries will be announced right here on our blog on Monday October 4th, then we’ll let the loyal Way Basics blog followers vote on their pick for the winner of the contest.

The winner gets a $100 shopping spree at waybasics.com, so if you want to ensure victory, get your friends to vote for you! Good luck everyone and have fun! Ready, set, go!!

For a look at what happened last year with the Messy Room Contest click here.

The Recycler 360 = Simple Everyday Solution

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
The Recycler 360 is a simple everyday solution for a basic need.  These before and after pictures show how one of our fans took advantage of the Recycler 360.  Way Basics is all about making life easier.  Tell us how we can make your life easier at talktous@waybasics.com.  Chances are, we’ll make it happen! 
 recycler-360-before  recycler-360-after

PRESS: OC Register

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
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The Orange County Register is a leading news and information company that publishes a diverse portfolio of newspaper, magazine and Internet products.

Based in Santa Ana, California, the OC Register is a three-time, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper and the area’s most trusted source of news and information since 1905.

http://irvineretail.freedomblogging.com/2009/09/29/paper-furniture-go-ahead-sit-it-wont-break/5411/

Light on Weight and Your Wallet

Monday, December 1st, 2008

Light on Weight and Your Wallet

‘Tis the season, and that means it’s time to deck the halls and decorate. To help you get in the festive mood, Way Basics® has partnered with Wall Candy Arts® so you can decorate your zBoards with removable, reusable stickers. Receive a FREE sheet of stickers when you order $50 or more. And as with our furniture, just peel, stick…done!

Also, let us help you get started with that holiday dinner table that’s bound to be loaded with all sorts of culinary delights. This season, we’re having a clearance on all our eco-friendly table runners and placemats, so you can decorate and protect your table while caring about the environment. They’re durable, water-resistant, and easy to clean: just wipe with a damp cloth.

Way Basics has already made things light by using our extra-light zBoards. But this holiday season, we also want to be light on your wallet, so we’re giving everyone 20% off their order! Just enter the code WBNLSU20 Make your holiday season a little brighter and a little greener by using Way Basics products.

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waybasics.com is your one stop shop for simple, everyday organization solutions that are good for your family and our environment. Our product offerings are multi-purpose and are easy to assemble, requiring no tools or hardware. From basic colorful cubes, coffee tables and 3 tier shelving units to modern bookcases, toy organizers & storage benches, they are perfect for the home or office, apartment or dorm, kid's playroom or teen's room, even closets and garages - just about any room! Explore our website and see how you can bring personality, creativity, and simplicity to your space. We encourage you to give our team a call with any questions or concerns or even if you need any storage or organization advice. We would love to hear from you! 949 892 5279 or talktous [at] waybasics.com

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