It’s finally here! Due to popular demand, we have decided to release our amazing cubes in a new, super size! Now sporting an increase in all three dimensions, the SuperCube is here to store an even greater variety of items: extra-large stuffed animals, vinyl records, textbooks, purses, anything! As with all our products, they’re perfect for designers or lovers of elegance in simplicity. Mix and match them with our storage baskets and other accessories to make yourself a personalized and gorgeous shelving system. Take a look at some of these neat configurations, and send us some of your own creative flair!
Posts Tagged ‘eco’
SuperCubes – Bigger IS Better
Monday, February 6th, 2012
Unveiling: The Manhattan Storage Bench and Coffee Table
Friday, January 20th, 2012
We know how difficult it is to keep a clean space with minimal effort. That’s why we’ve developed our newest product to fit that role and help you a bit in sweeping the proverbial mess under the rug! Because we all need that nice-looking box that we can throw all our stuff into and shut the lid. We are pleased to introduce to you our newest product: The Manhattan Storage Bench and Coffee Table!
This brand-new storage bench has a secure lid so a space remains clean no matter what mess you throw in! Use it as a footrest in front of your couch, or a footstool to reach high places. It’s also perfect to use for storage in your garage, entryway, kitchen, anywhere! And of course you can sit on it while whittling a wood sculpture or just tying your shoes.
Keeping things simple is one of our hallmarks! The assembly process is so simple, it doesn’t even require words. Just take a look at the photos below!
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Outside: Depth 15.0″ | Width 30.0″ | Height 15.6″ |
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Inside: Depth 10.8″ | Width 25.7″ | Height 14.8″ |
New: Charlotte Table Set
Tuesday, October 5th, 2010 |
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Introducing the Charlotte Table Set! This table set has been one of the staples of Way Basics, so we’re very excited to offer the new design on this tried and true Way Basics gem. Each stool is a mini version of the table and features the cut-corner look, which helps to prevent some of those everyday bumps and bruises of the playroom. The slot design of the table and stools is very simple to assemble. Simply slide the base boards together and stick the top on. Each stool comfortably tucks under the table when not in use. Oh the beauty of modular designs!
Another staple of the Way Basics product line is our super simple assembly process. We’ve made our assembly process even easier by integrating dowels into the design. Simply peel back the protective covering on each adhesive strip, insert the dowels, and set the boards together.
Check out how we’ve used Wall Candy Decals on the White Charlotte Table Set! How fun is that!?
Playful, fun, creative, sturdy, and unique are just some of the words that have been used to describe the Charlotte Table Set. We love the Charlotte and know that you will too!
Q & A with the Way Basics Cube
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010We 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.
Orange Vapur Winner: Marysa Nicholson
Monday, September 27th, 2010Marysa is the first winner of many to come! This time we gave away an Orange Vapur Water Bottle, and we will soon be giving away other products on the Way Basics blog. It’s our way of giving back to the Way Basics community!
Let’s get to know a little bit about Marysa:
Your name and where you’re from – Marysa, New York (Capital Region)
How did you hear about Way Basics? I think I stumbled upon Way Basics from a “green” website. I am always looking up information on environmentally friendly lifestyles, and Way Basics is fantastic. I have a Master’s Degree in Resource Management and Way Basics is a great site to browse some cool modern items, and I like how it has everything from kids items to sophisticated home decor. I’m thrilled I won the Vapur and I am definitely going to have to buy a Thinksport stainless bottle!
What you like to do in your spare time – spend time with the kids (including getting outdoors as much as possible with them), hiking, traveling, reading, cooking
An interesting factoid about yourself - I spent a summer and a semester in Arizona at the Biosphere2, it was absolutely amazing.
Press: Sustainablog
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010sustainablog Approved: Way Basics’ Recycled Paper Furnishings
Looking for reasonably-priced shelving and storage for your home? If you make your way to the local big box store, you’re going to find a lot of items made from particle board. Yes, it’s cheap, and relatively durable, but it’s also health hazard: all those wood chips are held together withformaldehyde, a known carcinogen that will be off-gassing into your house for 5-10 years. Furthermore, once that pressboard item passes its useful life, there’s little you can do with it other than send it to the landfill.
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Vote – Treehugger Best of Green!
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
This year, Treehugger asked their readers to help nominate the most deserving people and things from the world of green. After pouring over the suggestions, the Best of Green 2010 nominees have been sleected. As one of five contestants in the Design and Architecture category, Way Basics is in a good position to win! Now is the time for friends, family and fans to vote for who they think deserves to be called the Best of Green! Go Way Basics! http://www.treehugger.com/best-of-green/design-architecture/index.php
Light on Weight and Your Wallet
Monday, December 1st, 2008Light 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.
October Email Exclusive
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008October Coupon Code Inside
Greetings from Way Basics!
We’re now into October, and already homes everywhere are decorated with skeletons, jack-o-lanterns, and other Halloween delights. We’re also starting to see flashy costumes or extra-large bags of candy on sale. But one aspect of holidays that we seldom consider is the amount of resources that goes into preparing for a single day. Enormous amounts of plastic and paper are used for wrappers and candy bags, and many trick-or-treaters would cringe at the idea of using the same costume for more than one year.
While it’s good to celebrate and have fun, it’s also important to be conscious of all the trash that’s being produced. Conscious thinking is always the first step to solving any problem. Take a look at these stats on our nation’s trash:
- In 2006, 30 million tons of municipal solid waste (aka garbage), was plastic.
- 14 million tons were in the form of plastic containers and packaging, like bags and wrappers.
- Out of all that plastic waste, we only recycled a mere 7%!
Even with such daunting numbers, plastic is still a relatively small portion of America’s municipal waste.
- Americans also generated 86 million tons of paper waste in 2006.
- Over 40 million tons went directly into landfills and waste incinerators, increasing greenhouse gases and pollution.
So this holiday season, be aware of all the trash you may be producing. While it may be difficult to find alternatives to costumes or candy in bags, one thing you can always do is recycle. At Way Basics, we use the paper that people have recycled to build our zBoards, which are then used to make your own furniture. Here’s a coupon WBNL1008 to get 20% off of your next order, valid until this Halloween!
Make sure to check out our website in the near future. We’ll have some brand new products and ideas as well as some cool contests. Also, tell your friends that when they sign up for our newsletter, they’ll also get 20% off their first order.
