Profit has been the main objective of industries for many years. Quality, safety, non-toxic products and awareness of our environment were of secondary importance thus neglecting man and the environment.

This mentality has lead to the destruction of our natural resources, the pollution of our air, our water - OUR Earth.  We’ve amassed a huge debt with mother nature which will be inherited by our children.

Ethical and practical reasons compel us to make drastic changes in our current direction.  Transform destructive behavior into actions capable of restoring health to our planet and improving the quality of our life.

Valcucine continues to balance function, design and a passion with respect for nature through the promotion of a system which combines the replenishing of natural resources and the saving of raw materials by means of dematerialization.

The comeback of handcraft workmanship
The duration of a kitchen does not always depend on its physical and technical qualities. Sometimes the decision to replace it is determined by purely aesthetic factors and it is common to see products discarded although technically valid just because they are "out-of-fashion". How is it possible to design a product that can last longer from an aesthetic viewpoint? Perhaps one must try to understand fashion trends. Nevertheless, if the entire project is based on the search for a fashionable product, it will soon be replaced by a new fashion. In this case it is necessary to understand whether there are elements that can last in spite of fashion. Only if the shape becomes an instrument that represents ethical reflections or deep philosophical concepts can it overcome a mere aesthetic or taste evaluation and take on contents and concepts having a complex cognitive experience.

Are your cabinets made without added formaldehyde?

Valcucine products are formaldehyde free. 

Are your wood veneers (or solid wood) FSC certified?

Valcucine uses all FSC wood – even our chipboard uses FSC wood.  Valcucine also funds reforestation projects in different parts of the world.

Are the finishes low or no VOC?  

Valcucine is the only company that has ZERO VOC emissions.  Valcucine spent years developing the glues, finishes, and colors we use.  Everything is natural, water or citrus based. 

What is the factory’s waste and recycling policy?

Valcucine has been a supporter of sustainable development for many years and is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its manufacturing plant.  We develop projects for rational use of raw materials, recycle waste materials, reduce pollution, reduce water consumption and Valcucine promotes a balance between the use and replacement of natural resources.  This dedication to eco-friendly production made Valcucine Italy’s first cabinet maker to obtain the ISO14001 certification.

This outside agency GUARANTEES that companies follow these guidelines

·         respect all environmental requirements regarding sound, toxic discharge, dust and water pollution

·         maintain a controlled, registered waste disposal system

·         remain committed to reducing energy consumption and carry out all projects with this goal

·         involvement in environmental projects

All Valcucine’s products are recyclable.  They will also take back kitchens at the end of their life for recycling.  Our kitchens are designed to disassemble in a very easy to manage process making recycling simple.

CERTIFICATIONS

CATAS Materials Quality Certification

ICILA UNI ISO14001 Environmental Protection

GS Safety Tested

Bau-Biologie – “NaturePlus” for Human Health