If you are choosing a solid wood bed, it is reasonable to ask where the timber comes from, how the bed is made and what happens to material left over in the workshop. At Revival Beds, our beds and bedroom furniture are handmade to order in Nottinghamshire. Here is a practical look at the sourcing and workshop practices we currently describe.
Timber sourcing
The sustainability of timber depends on how it is sourced and managed. Revival Beds says it works with trusted suppliers that are FSC certified and follows FSC guidelines. The certification belongs to the supplier; it should not be read as a claim that every individual bed carries an FSC product label.
We use solid wood to make beds and bedroom furniture in oak and pine. If you would like to compare the materials and finishes in person, you can request wood samples or arrange a visit to our Retford showroom.
Made to order in Nottinghamshire
Our team makes beds and furniture to order in our Nottinghamshire workshop. Working directly with the people who make your furniture means we can discuss the design, finish and any suitable bespoke requirements with you before manufacture.
Making a solid wood bed is skilled work. The timber is prepared and shaped, the frame is assembled and finished, and each piece is checked before it leaves the workshop. Our aim is to make furniture that serves its purpose for years, with the care and service that come with buying directly from the manufacturer.
Making use of workshop materials
Offcuts and sawdust are part of working with timber, so we look for useful destinations for them. Scrap wood that cannot be reused is collected by members of the local community, and timber offcuts have also been provided to a local school for student projects. Sawdust from the workshop goes to a local horse sanctuary for use there.
We also reuse protective sleeves on furniture instead of wrapping every item in plastic. These are practical steps within our workshop. We will continue to review how we work and look for ways to improve.
Choosing furniture for the long term
Price is only one part of choosing a bed. It is also useful to consider the materials, how the frame is made, the support it provides and the service available after purchase. A solid wood bed is a substantial purchase, so choose a design and finish you will be happy to live with and ask questions about anything that matters to you.
You can explore our solid wood beds and bedroom furniture, request free wood samples or book a showroom visit. Our team can talk you through the available options before you order.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Revival Beds made?
Revival Beds makes its beds and bedroom furniture to order in its Nottinghamshire workshop.
Does Revival Beds use FSC-certified timber?
Revival Beds currently states that it works with trusted suppliers that are FSC certified and follows FSC guidelines. Ask the team if you need details about certification for a particular product or timber.
What happens to wood offcuts and sawdust?
Revival Beds says reusable offcuts are put to use where possible, some scrap wood is collected by the local community, offcuts have been supplied to a local school for projects, and workshop sawdust goes to a local horse sanctuary.
Can I see the wood finishes before ordering?
Yes. You can request wood samples or book a visit to the Retford showroom to discuss the available beds, furniture and finishes.
