As a contemporary and 100% waterproof alternative to traditional slat walls, Naturepanel is not only committed to delivering environmentally conscious products but is also focused on creating more environmentally friendly business practices too.
Since Naturepanel wall panels are ideal for bathrooms, shower cubicles, gyms, and hotels, manufacturing sustainable products is a priority for us, with quality and environmental responsibility at the centre of our core values. Upholding these values ensures all products meet the high standards demanded by our customers and minimise the impact on the environment.
All manufactured panels are FSC®-certified* with full chain of custody. This ensures that the timber used in these collections originates from responsibly managed forests and other controlled sources and the finished products comply with globally recognised ecological, social, and economic standards.
*The Forest Stewardship Council® is an international nongovernmental organization that promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world’s forests. To learn more, visit www.fsc.org
We have held FSC certification since 2015, providing both us and our customers with the peace of mind that the materials using in our products come from sustainably managed sources. Our high-quality engineered panels are available in a carefully curated range of designs and come with a 30-year product warranty, as well as being 100% recyclable.
We’re proud to have obtained an EPD for our Naturepanel bathroom wall panel collections. The EPD covers environmental impacts from cradle to grave and has been independently verified. Driving around the circumference of the Earth 628 times is equivalent to the CO2 reduction of Naturepanel being used instead of tiles in 2023. Read below to find out more on EPD's and what they mean for you.
Our certifications form part of a rolling programme of environmental and sustainability initiatives within the manufacturing and design processes. This includes reducing energy in transportation by sourcing materials made in the UK and recycling 100% of post-production waste into biomass fuel and other products, not only reducing waste sent to landfill but also contributing to the circular economy. We also separate recyclable waste such as paper, cans and plastic from other areas to further reduce our impact on the environment.
The Forest Stewardship Council® is an international nongovernmental organization that promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world’s forests. To learn more, visit www.fsc.org
PEFC, the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification, is a leading global alliance of national forest certification systems. As an international non-profit, non-governmental organization, they are dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management through independent third-party certification.
Find out more: https://www.pefc.org/discover-pefc
Naturepanel products are manufactured in the United Kingdom, with Exterior Grade MDF that is sourced from the Republic of Ireland. Our bathroom wall collections are officially Made in Britain.
Find out more at https://www.madeinbritain.org
EPD stands for Environmental Product Declaration and is produced by conducting a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of the product. This document analysis looks at the full product lifecycle from the product construction, raw materials, packaging, transportation, and installation process to how the product is disposed of. EPD's are third-party verified in accordance with ISO 14025 and ISO 14040/14044.
Read all about how EPD impacts the environmental performance of all its products:
Naturepanel operates a strict quality management system which complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015. This ensures that we always meet our customers' needs and expectations. We also recently achieved ISO 14001, further demonstrating our commitment to the environment.
Find the certificate here
As part of our sustainable movement, there is a focus on creating an environmentally conscious Head Office. This is reflected in the installation of Rolec electric car charging points in our car park and 190 electrical solar panels on the Head Office roof, sourcing approx. 40,000 kwh per year. In addition, we are also implementing an electric and hybrid company car policy across the sales team, helping to reduce our carbon footprint as they travel across the UK.
Our fully waterproof wall panels now come with a 30-year warranty. Our manufactured products are designed to reduce our carbon footprint, and our 30-year warranty ensures that our panels withstand the test of time. Find out more about our warranty policy here.
