" Indoor pollution, which can be 5 to 10 times higher than outdoor pollution, is raising growing concerns about the quality of our home environment."
In this context, choosing healthy and eco-friendly furniture becomes essential. That’s where the LUCA bed base comes in, offering you a responsible alternative! Follow along to discover not only how this bed base was created, but also why.
The Importance of a Good Mattress Base
The Problem with So-Called “Standard” Beds and Box Springs
In the bedding market, most of the beds and box springs you’ll find are often made from melamine-coated wood. But do you really know what that is, and how it can affect your sleep?
Melamine-faced wood is actually a panel made up of three layers. A resin is used to bond these layers together. It is a melamine resin, a type of molecule that can be transformed into plastic through a chemical reaction. It is applied to a panel made of small wood particles and a decorative sheet. When these three layers are combined, the result is a melamine-faced panel.
And that's exactly the problem.
First, from a health perspective, because this type of plastic releases what are known as VOCs ( volatile organic compounds), which are toxic and may even be carcinogenic to us.
Next, from a purely functional standpoint. Melamine isn’t known for being durable—quite the opposite, in fact. It isn’t resistant to impacts, temperature changes, or environmental fluctuations. This makes it difficult to keep it intact if you move; otherwise, you’d have to upcycle it, but more often than not, these items are thrown away and not recycled. And finally, from an environmental standpoint, it’s a bit of a disaster. To create melamine-coated wood, it’s necessary to use corrosive chemicals that harm the environment, as well as toxic adhesives that pollute your home.
A solution that everyone can agree on
Aware of this concerning reality, here at Kipli, we are committed to transforming industry standards with our eco-friendly solid wood bed frame. Our goal was to offer you a more sustainable option by developing a bed frame that meets these specific criteria:
- First and foremost, it’s durable, so it will last for many years without breaking or squeaking.
- Next, of course, it should be natural, so that all the time you spend on it is healthy and not affected by toxic adhesives, varnishes, or even VOCs.
- And the key to it all is a timeless design, so you can keep it for a long time without ever getting tired of it.
In keeping with this commitment to responsibility, it was inconceivable that our LUCA bed frame would be manufactured on the other side of the world, as is the case with the vast majority of beds. To ensure responsible manufacturing, it had to be crafted by skilled workers who were fairly compensated.
Our goal: to offer you a sustainable alternative with LUCA.
The Choice of Materials and Their Benefits
The LUCA bed frame is made from okoumé wood. This wood comes from sustainably managed forests in Gabon. But what does that guarantee you? It’s a mark of quality—meaning that harvesting it does not jeopardize the health or survival of the forest.
The design of this bed frame
Entirely handcrafted, it embodies the beauty of authenticity and quality. What truly sets it apart is the exclusive use of solid wood, a guarantee of strength and durability. Its charm comes from its traditional construction, which is so intuitive that it makes assembly and disassembly very easy. There isn’t a single trace of metal or plastic here—which is quite rare these days—and we’ve replaced screws with wooden dowels, just like in the old days. The wooden pieces are thick, ensuring exceptional strength and longevity.
And finally, there’s that gorgeous amber color created bythe vegetableoil, which is applied by hand. The best part is that there are as many bed frames as there are sleepers, because each one is unique.
Locally made
Our choice quickly fell on Luca and his team, based near Turin, who place time-honored craftsmanship at the heart of their production. Committed to consistently delivering work of impeccable quality, they handcraft every single piece that leaves their workshop. As our collaboration progressed, we forged a bond centered on designing pieces made entirely of wood and containing no screws. And it’s because of this wonderful collaboration and their passion for quality that we love them 💚
Our customers' well-being: our top priority.
A customer experience you don't have every day.
Since our overarching goal is your well-being, providing you with healthy and comfortable bedding must go hand in hand with guarantees and benefits that make your life easier. We offer premium delivery, right to your floor and into the room of your choice, on a date of your choosing within a 2-hour time slot. And to ensure that our LUCA bed base is as sturdy as your sleep is deep, we offer a 5-year warranty.
Fair prices all year round.
In keeping with our philosophy of reasonable and mindful consumption, we do not offer sales, Black Friday deals, or major promotions. It is important to us to offer a fair price for everyone—that is, fair compensation that recognizes the value of the artisans behind this mattress. The quality of this craftsmanship comes at a cost, and that cost cannot be undermined by constant discounts. Our prices remain stable throughout the year, allowing us to maintain a balanced and reasonable profit margin.