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Create a casual and sophisticated look with Greenington’s Santa Cruz Queen bed. The sleek modern design and simple clean lines of the Santa Cruz platform bed features a craftsman-built frame in solid Wheat bamboo, with two removable back cushions adding a dramatic focal point to the headboard, angled for good looks and comfortable lounging in bed. Heightening Santa Cruz’s upscale style is a slim black steel support and legs accenting the solid Wheat bamboo side rails and footboard. Environmentally safe, Wheat is not a surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative caramelization process using heat, steam, and pressure to transform the solid bamboo material into Wheat’s light color. The Santa Cruz platform bed is designed for use with a mattress only, which is supported with a solid bamboo European slat system, eliminating the need for a box spring, and providing constant ventilation for your mattress. Available in Queen, Eastern King, and California King sizes. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

The refined design of Erikka showcases the eye-catching vibrant colors found in Greenington’s solid Amber bamboo. Versatile for many uses, the functional Erikka credenza is terrific used as a sideboard, entertainment center or in the bedroom. Erikka provides generous storage and beautifully houses your dining, media, and office essentials with style. Beautifully finished on all four sides as well as inside and out, two center solid bamboo drawers are constructed using English dovetail joinery, and soft closing, under mount drawer glides. On each side, Erikka offers an adjustable shelf with cable management. Soft close doors open and close easily with a touch latch. Finishing Erikka’s clean modern design are recessed pulls, and handsome round column legs.
Expertly crafted in solid bamboo, the Amber color is not a stain finish, simply an innovation created using earth friendly heat, steam, and pressure to transform the bamboo into Amber’s deep color. The finished product displays a beautiful grain pattern with continuous color throughout the entire material. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

Expertly crafted in earth friendly solid bamboo, one of the planet’s most sustainable and rapidly renewable resources; Greenington’s modern Jasmine writing desk pairs a tailored slim profile with beautifully angled legs. A stylish small-space solution, the Jasmine writing desk brings the simple elegance of Mid-Century design. Featuring two large storage drawers which span the entire width of the desk, also offering handy cord management, power and USB outlets, offering convenience and up-to-date connectivity for your home office. Shown in Caramelized, variations in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. The Jasmine desk makes it easy for you to promote sustainability in a lovely, classic and functional way in your home. Available in classic caramelized and Havana finishes, the Jasmine desk measures 48” x 24” x 30”.
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The refined design of Erikka showcases the eye-catching vibrant colors found in Greenington’s solid Amber bamboo. Versatile for many uses, the functional Erikka credenza is terrific used as a sideboard, entertainment center, or in the bedroom. Erikka provides generous storage and beautifully houses your dining, media, and office essentials with style. Beautifully finished on all four sides as well as inside and out, two center solid bamboo drawers are constructed using English dovetail joinery, and soft closing, under mount drawer glides. On each side, Erikka offers an adjustable shelf with cable management. Soft close doors open and close easily with a touch latch. Finishing Erikka’s clean modern design are recessed pulls, and handsome round column legs.
Expertly crafted in solid bamboo, the Amber color is not a stain finish, simply an innovation created using earth friendly heat, steam, and pressure to transform the bamboo into Amber’s deep color. The finished product displays a beautiful grain pattern with continuous color throughout the entire material. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

The modern style and simple clean lines of the Monterey platform bed show off the rich variety of Amber’s colors. The expert construction features a craftsman-built frame in solid sustainable bamboo, with softly rounded edges, and turned and tapered legs. The prominent headboard provides a restful surface, angled for good looks and comfortable lounging in bed. Sustainable and earth friendly, Amber is not a surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative new process using earth friendly heat and steam, to entirely transform the solid bamboo material into Amber’s deep color. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. The Monterey platform bed is designed for use with a mattress only, which is supported with a solid bamboo European slat system, eliminating the need for a box spring, and providing constant ventilation for your mattress. Available in Queen & Eastern King. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture. Greenington furniture is made using an earth friendly, renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
Features:
• Crafted in 100% solid Moso bamboo
• No plywood, particle board, or MDF
• Earth friendly, sustainable resource
• 20% harder than Red Oak
• Amber bamboo coloring is achieved through heat & pressure - No stain
• Beautifully finished all the way around
• Solid bamboo slat system, no box spring needed
• Tough metal to metal connecting hardware
• Easy Assembly, no tools required

The refined design of Erikka showcases the eye-catching vibrant colors found in Greenington’s solid Amber bamboo. Versatile for many uses, the functional Erikka credenza is terrific used as a sideboard, entertainment center or in the bedroom. Erikka provides generous storage and beautifully houses your dining, media, and office essentials with style. Beautifully finished on all four sides as well as inside and out, two center solid bamboo drawers are constructed using English dovetail joinery, and soft closing, under mount drawer glides. On each side, Erikka offers an adjustable shelf with cable management. Soft close doors open and close easily with a touch latch. Finishing Erikka’s clean modern design are recessed pulls, and handsome round column legs.
Expertly crafted in solid bamboo, the Amber color is not a stain finish, simply an innovation created using earth friendly heat, steam, and pressure to transform the bamboo into Amber’s deep color. The finished product displays a beautiful grain pattern with continuous color throughout the entire material. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

Stylish and functional, the first thing you notice about Erikka is the eye-catching vibrant colors found in Greenington’s solid Amber bamboo. Terrific for the whole family, the elegant Erikka 36” x 78” dining table is easily expandable to make entertaining easy! Erikka boasts two self-storing 16" butterfly leaves that give you the flexibility of extending to 94 or 110 inches, making this table suitable for everyday use or a family feast! Erikka's self-storing butterfly leaves are easy to operate with one person, and after the guests depart, the leaves fold up easily and store neatly under the tabletop. Modern design with a timeless appeal, Erikka is built to last with quality workmanship. Design details include softly rounded edges, plus slim tapered legs which accentuate Erikka’s clean profile.
Expertly crafted in sustainable and earth friendly solid bamboo, the Amber color is not a stain finish, simply an innovation created using earth friendly heat, steam, and pressure to transform the bamboo into Amber’s deep color. The finished product displays a beautiful grain pattern with continuous color throughout the entire material. Erikka makes it easy to live sustainably with style.
Variation in grain and color enriches the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

Greenington’s Folio file cabinet features clean modern lines which tuck neatly under the Currant writing desk. Tapered splayed legs and recessed pulls give a nod to its mid-century inspiration. Crafted in solid Amber bamboo, Folio’s city scale and slim profile make it ideal for any home office. Environmentally safe, Amber is not a surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative caramelization process using heat, steam, and pressure to transform the solid bamboo material into Amber’s splendid array of colors. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

Greenington’s Folio file cabinet feature clean modern lines which tuck neatly under the Currant writing desk. Tapered splayed legs and recessed pulls give a nod to its mid-century inspiration. Crafted in solid Amber bamboo, Folio’s city scale and slim profile makes it ideal for any home office. Environmentally safe, Amber is not a surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative caramelization process using heat, steam, and pressure to transform the solid bamboo material into Amber’s splendid array of colors. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

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Greenington’s Folio file cabinet features clean modern lines which tuck neatly under the Currant writing desk. Tapered splayed legs and recessed pulls give a nod to its mid-century inspiration. Crafted in solid Amber bamboo, Folio’s city scale and slim profile make it ideal for any home office. Environmentally safe, Amber is not a surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative caramelization process using heat, steam, and pressure to transform the solid bamboo material into Amber’s splendid array of colors. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

Greenington’s Ascent Hi/Low desk allows you to easily sit or stand throughout your workday. Effortlessly change your position from sitting to standing, optimizing comfort for better concentration. With single-handed operation, the easy touch keypad adjusts the height level of your work surface, permitting healthy movement and variety for your posture. Four programmable memory settings quickly adjust to your most comfortable positions. Cable management keeps your desktop organized, and the electronic base includes dual motors to ensure a long and serviceable life. Ergonomically shaped for comfort, the Ascent desktop is crafted in beautiful solid Amber bamboo. Sustainable and earth friendly, Amber is not a chemical surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative process using heat, steam and pressure to entirely transform the entire solid material into Amber’s deep color. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture. Made using an earth friendly, renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
Features:
• Crafted in solid Moso bamboo
• No plywood, particle board, or MDF
• Eco-friendly, sustainable resource
• 20% harder than Red Oak
• Solid Amber bamboo desktop
• Super quiet dual motor system
• Adjustable Height 24” - 50”
• Four programmable memory settings
• Cord management
• Adjustable floor protectors

Coco coir is a versatile and sustainable growing medium that is gaining popularity among gardeners. Made from the fibrous husk of coconuts, it’s an eco-friendly alternative to peat moss and can greatly enhance the quality of your soil. In gardening, it is often utilized in systems like Coco Coir Hydroponic, where it helps create an efficient water and nutrient delivery system.
What is Coco Coir?
Coco coir is a natural fiber extracted from coconut husks. It has a neutral pH, excellent water retention, and is reusable, making it a favorite among gardeners who prefer organic and sustainable practices. It is available in different forms such as blocks, bricks, or loose coir, each requiring some preparation before use in gardening.
Benefits of Using Coco Coir in Gardening
Coco coir offers several advantages for gardening. Here are the benefits of using coco coir in gardening:
Holds up to 10 times its weight in water, ensuring plants have consistent moisture.
Promotes oxygen flow to plant roots, leading to healthier root systems.
Coco coir is a renewable and eco-friendly alternative to peat moss.
It can be washed, rehydrated, and reused, reducing waste.
Naturally pH neutral, making it suitable for various plants without major adjustments.
Enhances the texture and moisture retention of garden soil.
How to Prepare Coco Coir for Planting
Preparing coco coir for planting involves a few essential steps. First, you need to hydrate the coir block, as it typically comes in a compressed form. Place the block in a large container and add warm water, allowing the block to expand and absorb the water. Once fully expanded, the coir should be fluffed up by breaking it apart with your hands or a tool to ensure it becomes loose and airy. After the coir has been fluffed, it is important to drain any excess water, as overly wet coir can lead to root suffocation. Finally, since coco coir is inert and does not contain nutrients, it’s a good idea to add organic compost or liquid fertilizer to enrich the coir before planting.
Do You Need to Soak Coco Coir Before Planting?
Yes, soaking coco coir before planting is necessary. Since it comes in a compressed form, it needs to be broken down and hydrated for proper use. The soaking process allows the coir to expand and release the fibers, making it usable as a growing medium. After soaking, the coir should be fluffed to ensure the water is evenly distributed. Draining any excess water is crucial because overly wet coir may impede plant root health.
How to Prepare Coco Peat for Planting
Coco peat, a fine, powdery form of coco coir, is highly beneficial for seed starting and improving water retention in soil. To prepare coco peat, it first needs to be hydrated, similar to how you prepare coir blocks. Slowly add water to the peat in a container and allow it to absorb and fluff up. Once hydrated, coco peat can be used on its own or mixed with other growing media such as perlite or vermiculite for added aeration and drainage. It is advisable to check the pH level of your final mix, as coco peat generally has a neutral pH, but adjustments may be necessary depending on the plants being grown.
Can You Use Just Coco Coir for Plants?
Yes, coco coir can be used by itself to grow plants, especially in hydroponic systems or as a seed-starting medium. However, because coco coir does not naturally contain nutrients, you will need to provide regular fertilizer to support plant growth. This makes it particularly suitable for plants grown in controlled environments, such as hydroponics, where nutrient solutions can be carefully managed. In traditional soil-based gardening, mixing coco coir with other organic materials like compost is recommended to provide essential nutrients and improve the overall soil structure.
How to Use Coco Coir in Hydroponics
Coco coir is widely used in hydroponic systems due to its water retention and aeration properties. To use coco coir in hydroponics, it first needs to be soaked and hydrated, as discussed earlier. Once the coir is fully prepared, it can be placed in the hydroponic system. Since coco coir does not contain natural nutrients, you will need to supply a balanced nutrient solution tailored for hydroponic plants. Regular monitoring of water and nutrient levels is essential to prevent nutrient imbalances or root rot. One of the benefits of coco coir in hydroponics is its reusability. After completing a growing cycle, the coir can be washed, rehydrated, and used again in future plantings.
Using Coco Coir as a Soil Amendment
Coco coir is also an excellent soil amendment, as it improves the texture and moisture retention of garden soil. To use coco coir in this way, mix loose coir with your existing garden soil at a ratio of one part coco coir to two parts soil. This will help retain moisture without compacting the soil, improving both water drainage and root growth. For optimal results, you can also add organic compost to the mix, ensuring that the nutrient levels are sufficient for plant growth. Coco coir works particularly well in raised beds, where it helps maintain proper soil structure over time.
Advantages of Using Coco Coir Over Peat Moss
While peat moss has been traditionally used as a growing medium, coco coir offers several advantages over it. Coco coir is a renewable resource, as it is a byproduct of coconut processing, while peat moss is harvested from peat bogs that take centuries to regenerate. Coco coir is also more durable, as it can be reused multiple times without breaking down, while peat moss disintegrates after a single use. Another key benefit is its neutral pH, whereas peat moss is more acidic and may require balancing to meet the needs of specific plants.
Conclusion
Coco coir is a highly versatile and sustainable growing medium that benefits both novice and experienced gardeners alike. Whether you are using it for hydroponics, as a soil amendment, or as a standalone medium for growing plants, knowing how to properly prepare and use it is key to maximizing its benefits. By following the steps detailed above, you can improve water retention, aeration, and overall plant health in your garden, all while contributing to eco-friendly gardening practices.

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Greenington’s Ascent Hi/Low desk allows you to easily sit or stand throughout your workday. Effortlessly change your position from sitting to standing, optimizing comfort for better concentration. With single-handed operation, the easy touch keypad adjusts the height level of your work surface, permitting healthy movement and variety for your posture. Four programmable memory settings quickly adjust to your most comfortable positions. Cable management keeps your desktop organized, and the electronic base includes dual motors to ensure a long and serviceable life. Ergonomically shaped for comfort, the Ascent desktop is crafted in beautiful solid Amber bamboo. Sustainable and earth friendly, Amber is not a chemical surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative process using heat, steam and pressure to entirely transform the entire solid material into Amber’s deep color. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture. Made using an earth friendly, renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
Measurements
60"W x 30"D x 24-50"H
Crafted in solid Moso bamboo
No plywood, particle board, or MDF
Eco-friendly, sustainable resource
20% harder than Red Oak
Solid Amber bamboo desktop
Super quiet dual motor system
Adjustable Height 24” - 50”
Four programmable memory settings • Cord management • Adjustable floor protectors

Stylish and functional, the first thing you notice about Mija is the eye-catching vibrant colors found in Greenington’s solid Amber bamboo. Suitable for small spaces, the simple and elegant Mija is easily expandable to make entertaining easy! City-scaled at 36 x 54”, the Mija dining table extends to a full 72 inches with an 18” self-storing butterfly extension leaf. Mija's self-storing butterfly leaf is easy to operate with one person, and after the guests depart, the leaves fold up easily and store neatly under the tabletop. Modern design with a timeless appeal, Mija is built to last with quality workmanship. Design details include softly rounded edges, plus slim tapered legs which accentuate Mija’s clean profile.
Expertly crafted solid bamboo, the Amber color is not a stain finish, simply an innovation created using earth friendly heat, steam, and pressure to transform the bamboo into Amber’s deep color. The finished product displays a beautiful grain pattern with continuous color throughout the entire material. Mija makes it easy to live sustainably with style. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality.
Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.

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Greenington’s Ascent Hi/Low desk allows you to easily sit or stand throughout your workday. Effortlessly change your position from sitting to standing, optimizing comfort for better concentration. With single-handed operation, the easy touch keypad adjusts the height level of your work surface, permitting healthy movement and variety for your posture. Four programmable memory settings quickly adjust to your most comfortable positions. Cable management keeps your desktop organized, and the electronic base includes dual motors to ensure a long and serviceable life. Ergonomically shaped for comfort, the Ascent desktop is crafted in beautiful solid Amber bamboo. Sustainable and earth friendly, Amber is not a chemical surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative process using heat, steam and pressure to entirely transform the entire solid material into Amber’s deep color. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture. Made using an earth friendly, renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
Features:
• Crafted in solid Moso bamboo
• No plywood, particle board, or MDF
• Eco-friendly, sustainable resource
• 20% harder than Red Oak
• Solid Amber bamboo desktop
• Super quiet dual motor system
• Adjustable Height 24” - 50”
• Four programmable memory settings
• Cord management
• Adjustable floor protectors

Graceful from all angles, the Danica accent chair by Greenington highlights the best of midcentury modern with exceptional comfort and dramatic curves. The sweeping angled seat and circular backrest are each laminated for strength and tightly tailored with a finely woven fabric. Every detail is elegantly designed, from the solid bamboo curved front seat support to the long sloping back legs positioned at just the right angle, creating a luxurious and relaxing retreat. Crafted in sustainably sourced bamboo, the chair frame’s light wheat finish color is achieved through the process of caramelizing the natural sugars in the bamboo with heat and pressure. No stain is used in the earth friendly mechanical finish. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture. Made using an earth friendly, renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
Features:
• Crafted in 100% solid Moso bamboo
• No particle board, or MDF
• Earth friendly, sustainable resource
• 20% harder than Red Oak
• 100% Polyester fabric
• Scratch resistant floor protectors
• Professionally assembled

Typical of our high standards and attention to detail, the vertical grain of these bamboo doors were painstakingly hand-matched by Lukeworks, a marvelous local cabinet maker. The Executive Kitchens cabinet boxes are formaldehyde-free, with no VOCs, and are quite reasonably priced. Bamboo is a rapidly renewable resource.

Stylish and functional, the first thing you notice about Erikka is the eye-catching vibrant colors found in Greenington’s solid Amber bamboo. Terrific for the whole family, the elegant Erikka 36” x 78” dining table is easily expandable to make entertaining easy! Erikka boasts two self-storing 16" butterfly leaves that give you the flexibility of extending to 94 or 110 inches, making this table suitable for everyday use or a family feast! Erikka's self-storing butterfly leaves are easy to operate with one person, and after the guests depart, the leaves fold up easily and store neatly under the tabletop. Modern design with a timeless appeal, Erikka is built to last with quality workmanship. Design details include softly rounded edges, plus slim tapered legs which accentuate Erikka’s clean profile.
Expertly crafted in sustainable and earth friendly solid bamboo, the Amber color is not a stain finish, simply an innovation created using earth friendly heat, steam, and pressure to transform the bamboo into Amber’s deep color. The finished product displays a beautiful grain pattern with continuous color throughout the entire material. Erikka makes it easy to live sustainably with style.
Variation in grain and color enriches the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture, made using a renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
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