Top Home And Garden Retailers in Portland, OR 97222
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Crosscut Hardwoods
By Kent C at Customer Lob February 12, 2014
I have been dealing with these guys for about two years now and couldn't be happier with the quality, selection and price. They have an awesome selection of both domestic and exotic hardwoods and when I need something they are a phone call away to verify they have what I need. I build custom chairs and furniture which are shipped all over the continental US and my customers are demanding when it comes to quality. Cross Cut Hardwoods provides that quality and with friendly helpful customer service. ...read more
Crosscut Hardwoods
By Steve C at Customer Lob October 28, 2013
I've used Crosscut for at least 15 years now. They are always excellent. They manage to hunt down all the materials I need and at a great price. They deliver to me or at my job sites. I sometimes call with technical questions when a client wants a certain type of wood pattern. We've become good friends over the years -- one hand washes the other and everyone benefits. Steve Chesnek ...read more
Crosscut Hardwoods
By Rachel D at Customer Lob October 01, 2013
They usually have what I'm looking for at Crosscut Hardwoods. They have an impressive stock, which they allow me to look through completely and pick what I want. They're also always willing to cut things down to size for me. I do wish that they'd carry certified woods. ...read more
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Green Wall Art
Do you love plants? What about art? It is now possible to creatively design with plants on a vertical GREEN WALL system offered by Elements International Showroom. This system is an innovative design and features individual planters mounted on a light metal grid that can easily be mounted anywhere. Additional options include drip irrigation making it ideal for exterior settings and wall planters to mount below if desired. Consider the endless design options...you can plant it with an herb garden, vegetable garden, seasonal flower garden or interior tropical wall (as we have done). Visit our showroom to discover all this and more... be inspired by good design and sustainable American products! The showroom is open Tuesday thru Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 5pm. Located at 1825 NW 19th Avenue (at Thurman). We look forward to your visit. ...read more
By Elements International October 23, 2010
The "Cost" of Sustainability
Most of us have recognized by now that we need to be more sustainable in our purchasing practices...but how many of us have acknowledged the "cost"? With products claiming to be sustainable or "green", there are factors that increase both the "green" attributes and the cost. Products manufactured in the United States follow more controlled guidelines to qualify a product as "green", increasing costs due to responsible raw material sourcing and manufacture controls. If we truly want to support sustainability and the United States economy, simply we need a gold standard and to recognize that U.S. manufactured products can exceed expectations. We have entered an age of non-disposability, recognizing quality products that will last a lifetime while supporting the environment. The old adage rings true, "you get what you pay for". Support local manufacturers or companies representing recycled or U.S. made products and we will all win with the environmental outcome. ...read more
By Elements International June 18, 2010
American Sustainable Pottery
In today's economy it may seem a fair price to purchase Asian/Vietnamese glazed pottery, though it is not the most sustainable choice. Most glazed pottery manufacturers outside the U.S. utilize glaze components that produce toxins released into our atmosphere when fired in a kiln, namely mercury and lead though many other pollutants are released. American manufactured glazed pottery is controlled by EPA regulations to carefully monitor components that may pose a threat to air quality emissions in addition to utilizing local raw material sourcing. It is generally more expensive due to the manufacturing quality control of the process, though the outcome is a sustainable product of uncomparable quality. A time honored American pottery line we represent is Gladding McBean pottery, made in California since 1875 by artisans utilizing locally sourced clay and EPA standardized testing to ensure "green" manufacturing practices. To find out more visit http://www.gladdingmcbean.com/garden_pottery/green_standards.html ...read more
By Elements International March 30, 2010