Environmental sustainability according to Ultom
Ecology is not just a matter of materials, certifications or disposal strategies: for Ultom, sustainability is first of all a mental attitude. It is a way of thinking that starts from the project, from the desire to create furniture and environments planned to last over time, crossing the ages without losing functionality, aesthetic value and structural integrity.
This vision has deep roots. Long before environmental certifications became a standard, Ultom designed and produced furniture with a fundamental characteristic: durability. Not because it was required by regulations, but because it was – and still is today – the heart of the company philosophy. True sustainability, in fact, is not limited to the choice of recycled materials or waste management: it is designing furniture that does not become waste.
The value of durability: less waste, more future
A piece of furniture that breaks easily, loses aesthetic value over time or cannot be repaired is a piece of furniture intended to become waste. Ultom’s construction and design quality prevents this scenario, ensuring resistance that challenges time.
Every detail, from the selection of raw materials to the precision of assembly, is designed to ensure a long and sustainable life cycle. Structural resistance is a distinctive feature of Ultom production: the furniture does not give way under the weight of daily use, the surfaces do not deteriorate easily and the design always remains current, without the risk of becoming obsolete in a few years.
Sustainability encompasses much more than just a product’s lifespans: it is also a question of materials. Ultom carefully selects raw materials, preferring wood from controlled and certified plantations, in compliance with international environmental regulations. This guarantees not only the quality of the material, but also the protection of forests and the promotion of a responsible and traceable supply chain.
Furthermore, Ultom pays great attention to the use of materials with low formaldehyde content (CARB2 certification), contributing to a healthier and safer indoor environment. The company is constantly committed to finding solutions that improve the quality of air in workspaces and homes, eliminating harmful substances and ensuring the user well-being.
Even the paints used are carefully chosen to minimize the environmental impact and improve the healthiness. Ultom uses water-based paints, free of toxic substances, certified for their eco-friendliness and safety. This not only reduces the emissions of harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds), but also guarantees a high-quality finish that preserves the beauty and resistance of the surfaces over time.
Not just a philosophy, but a concrete guarantee
This vision also translates into internationally recognized quality and sustainability certifications. Ultom has obtained ISO 9001 (for quality management) and ISO 14001 (for environmental management) certifications, issued by SGS, a world-renowned certification institution.
The real guarantee is the experience of those who have chosen Ultom over time. Past and present customers continue to confirm the validity of this philosophy: furniture that does not age, does not break and does not become unusable, but continues to serve the user, without compromising in terms of aesthetics and functionality.
Moreover, there is another important aspect: the recyclability of materials. Ultom uses only raw materials, designed to minimize the environmental impact not only during the production cycle, but also at the end of the product’s life.
Ecology starts from planning intelligence and DESIGN
Attention to the environment is not only a goal to be achieved, but it is also an intrinsic characteristic of Ultom’s way of designing and producing. DESIGN plays a key role in this vision: a well-designed piece of furniture must not only be resistant and functional, but it has to adapt over time, avoiding aesthetic and structural obsolescence. A design that does not follow ephemeral fashions, but focuses on balanced proportions, quality materials and excellent workmanship, is a DESIGN that lasts.
