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The Edit
Notes on materials, making, care and the thinking behind Planted. Explore guidance on natural upholstery, fabric choices, longevity, craftsmanship and the quiet details that shape how furniture is made and lived with.


Handmade Sofas Made to Order with No Waste by a Traditional Upholsterer
A sofa should not begin life in a warehouse. It should begin with a room, a person, a way of sitting, and a maker who knows exactly what needs to be built.


Our first collaboration. Planted. x Sgrinhouse
Our first collaboration. Planted. x Sgrinhouse


From Chemicals to Conscious Design: What the 2025 Fire Safety Rules Mean for Your Sofa
Planted.’s use of natural, non‑toxic materials is precisely where UK furniture regulation is now heading: away from blanket chemical flame retardant treatments and toward smart design that delivers proven fire safety without unnecessary chemicals.


What “toxic‑free” really means in your sofa (and what most labels don’t tell you)
Eco, natural, sustainable – sofa labels sound reassuring, but often hide more than they reveal. Here’s how to decode the language and choose a genuinely toxic‑free sofa you can live closely with.


Accountability in the Upholstery Industry and Its Impact on Quality Standards
At Planted Furniture, we’ve chosen a different path—one that places accountability at the very heart of everything we create.


Insights from the January Furniture Show 2026 Panel on Conscious Consumerism and Emerging Trends
The January Furniture Show 2026. As a panelist I had the opportunity to explore how conscious consumerism is shaping the furniture industry and what trends will define 2026.


Why We Say No to Flame Retardants.
At Planted Furniture, we believe your home should feel safe, calm and chemical-free. That’s why every piece we make—sofa, footstool, headboard or armchair—is created without flame retardant (FR) chemicals.


Embracing Natural Fabrics for Upholstery
Natural fabrics such as linen, wool, and cotton are derived from renewable resources and are biodegradable, making them eco-friendly choices for upholstery.


Healthy Homes.
In a world where our daily lives are increasingly intertwined with synthetic materials and chemicals, the concept of a "healthy home" has evolved.
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