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Glass coffee tables have a distinct advantage over other types of tables like wood coffee tables or coffee tables made of marble or granite. The glass coffee tables would easily suit any kind of décor or interior design themes, whether they are traditional or modern. The glass coffee tables would easily blend with any kind of theme and you only have to select a coffee table with the right color to match the theme. Glass coffee tables with colorful swirls are also available to add more liveliness to the room. As centerpieces of living room furniture, the glass coffee tables would add a new dimension to the room, which could not be easily achieved by other types of tables.

The modern glass coffee tables are made out of tempered glass and are quite sturdy. Hence, they would be quite a safe and long-lasting piece of furniture in your living room. Still, if you wish to have variety, then most of the coffee tables manufacturers offer them in two varieties. The first one is coffee tables made completely out of glass. The other type would combine the glass construction with another material, such as wood or metal. A coffee table made completely would generally provide a modern feel, even though it could also blend well with traditional interior design themes.

However, even the so-called all glass coffee tables might sometimes contain hardware like metal in the legs to provide strength and support to the glass coffee tables. Still, the use of such materials would be kept to the minimum, so that the focus would be extensively on glass. These types of tables are highly popular nowadays. The other type of glass coffee tables that combines a metal like wrought iron could be contemporary centerpieces of attraction, if selected with care. Glass coffee tables with wooden legs would fit much better with interior designs that are either based on Victorian, Mission, and other traditional themes.

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The Circa Mini Pendant is one of the newest pendant lighting fixtures available on Eco-Lights.com. With a heritage bronze and parisienne gold finish and bronze organza shade, the Circa Mini is an elegant light fixture that will lend a dignified and luxurious decor to any room. The pendant’s height is between 17 and 59 inches.

The Circa collection of light fixtures also include a square and rectangular chandelier and wall bracket. Eco-Lights.com is home to one of the largest light fixture collections on the web. Whether you’re looking for a light in an antique traditional style or a sleek modern design to match your room’s decor, you will be sure to find the perfect light fixture at Eco-Lights.

Antigua Square Panel Platform Bed

The Antigua Square Panel Platform Bed has a modern, smooth design and careful detailing. The bed is made of the finest hardwood with a deep, attractive Espresso finish. This finish is achieved by hand, making it spectacularly rich and authentic. The classic panel frame has a contemporary twist added to it with the unique square headboard consisting of a row of open squares. The stable, square legs give the bed a stylish perimeter. The footboard is barely there, which is once again a change from the classic look.

The wooden headboards and footboards are connected to the side rails with metal to metal fittings, so there is no need to worry as the bed is held up by strong and stable construction. This method of connection can be easily be disassembled and reassembled if the bed needs to be moved, causing minimal wear and tear on the connecting parts of the bed. The process is fairly simple and is not as frightening as taking apart and putting together other pieces of furniture.

The platform bed includes fourteen slats made of hardwood and placed in a roll, giving the bed a sturdy foundation. The King size bed has a center support and leg support as well. The fittings are subtly hidden, in order to ensure that they do not distract from the ambience and beauty suggested by the style of the bed. It is available in Full, King, Queen and California sizes, and comes with matching casegoods to compliment not just the bed, but the entire room.

The bed itself is made of Indonesian mahogany, produced by a sustained yield program, which was 100% kiln dried. Eco-Furniture.com offers the very best in quality beds and environmental friendliness. Eco savvy and economically savvy should go hand-in-hand, and Eco-Furniture.com strives to make that possible.

Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to update your home with both a modern style and a classic look? When thinking about the furniture selection for you next home update, the Coralyn Living Room Collection has the perfect blend of modern lines with a classic design.

Inspired by the art-deco period, the Coralyn offers appealing design and craftsmanship in every detail. The warm sable finish pairs itself with fresh, clean lines that will continue to bring style into your home for many years to come.

Made from select hardwoods and walnut and zenrabo veneers, the Coralyn pieces are made from sustainedly harvested woods, to ensure quality in the hands of the consumers without an expense to the environment.

The Coralyn offers many different options to match any decoration scheme. Six different tables, two consoles, and a floor mirror, make the Coralyn the perfect ensemble collection.

Eco-Furniture.com also carries individual pieces from every set such as coffee tables, console tables, and other living room pieces. Eco-Furniture.com offers the very best in quality living room furniture and environmental friendliness. Eco savvy and economically savvy should go hand-in-hand, and Eco-Furniture.com strives to make that possible.

Meridian Bay Bedroom Collection

If you are looking for bedroom furniture that takes you back in time to the riches of British colonialism, then the Meridian Bay Bedroom Collection is simply perfect for you. It has the look of furniture that has been collected by a much travelled discerning buyer. It has a relaxed and comfortable look about it that is simply not available in more modern designs.

One of the attractions of the Meridian Bay Collection is the Panel Bed. It has a louvered panel as well as posts and finials that are octagonal in shape, both at the headboard as well as the footboard. It features a rich Tamarind finish which goes a long way in adding elegance and warmth to any bedroom. The unique craftsmanship is easily evident in the making of this bed and every part of the seems seeped in it.

The centerpiece of this collection is the Meridian Bay Poster Bed. The bed has a woven headboard which is accented with metal finials which creates a look of great comfort and warmth. The most dramatic aspect of the bed is its four posts. They are elegantly designed and expertly carved and finished.  They create an enchanting spiral feel as they taper towards the top.

The rest of the Meridian Bay Collection includes a Shelf Nightstand with one black laminated pull-out shelf as well as one woven shelf; the Dresser and Triple Dresser, the Three-Drawer Nightstand and the Armoire. The Regal and Royal Mirrors are indeed perfect accents to this enchanting collection.

The Meridian Bay Bedroom Collection makes use of a large variety of materials like Mahonie solids, Mahonie veneers, American Maple, metal, antiqued stone, hammered copper as well as woven cane accents. They are sure to lend a masterful character to your bedroom.

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EcoTumbler - 71 gallon

Going green is the buzzword everybody seems to be obsessed with, across the globe. If you’re an environment friendly person, or are wondering how to start being one what’s a better way than using the Eco Tumbler- a trendy, aesthetically designed composter, made of recycled material.

The EcoTumbler can accommodate a good 71 gallons of compost, which includes kitchen waste and garden waste, and of course other related organic waste (like yard waste). Based on sound knowledge and a good deal of time spent making composters, the company has come out with this efficient design, using induction tubes and other scientific methods to churn out the best compost for you in a matter of 4-6 days. This compost can be in turn used to enrich the soil and give your garden the much needed nutritional boost.

Besides the eco-friendly nature of this tumbler being a huge factor, the design further adds to its appeal. The globular shape is aesthetically very pleasing, the rich green colour is given to fit well into your garden environment, the stand makes sure the tumbler is stable and in place. All these factors make for a fun experience wherein you can personally handle all processes and don’t have to depend on a professional to do them. The easily accessible open top provides for easy handling.

The tumbler comes in dark forest green color and it carries a year’s warranty against any defects on the manufacturer’s side. The base comes included in the package and does not have to be bought separately. The design is sturdy and firm but also very easy to use. The design has been patented. Including installation, all operation of the eco tumbler can be handled with ease, only with the help of a few household tools.

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Executive Occasional Living Room Furniture

The Executive Occasional Living Room Furniture shines with sophistication and richness. The items in this collection are functional yet elegantly beautiful. They are crafted out of only the finest select hardwoods and come in warm rosewood and walnut veneers and silver hardware. The collection looks professional but still comfortable enough to fit into any living room.

The Madison Sofa Table, the Madison Cocktail Table and the Madison Lamp Table all have one shelf. Another common feature in all the Madison Tables is a slight curve to the table legs, bringing soft beauty to the simple structures. The Grand Central lamp table has a polished edge glass top and one wooden shelf, and the design is unique and contemporary.

A living room is never complete with an entertainment console, and the Riverside Entertainment Console serves this role well. Each of the two doors has an adjustable wooden shelf behind it. Two adjustable glass shelves are found in the center portion of the console, and a light and grommets are available for electrical cords.

The Riverside Entertainment Hutch has three drawers, perfect in size for the storing of new CDs or old-fashioned vinyl albums. There are 9 shelves, 3 of which are adjustable so as to maneuver around a sound system, and also have grommets.

The Columbus Circle Console has four faux leather doors, and it is small but roomy. There are 5 adjustable shelves and grommets, which make this small structure very versatile.

The Tribeca Pass-Through Bookcase has four push-through drawers and 5 adjustable shelves. The bookcase is made of clean cut lines but still manages to allow plenty of room for experimentation and variety.

The Executive Occasional Collection comes with a warranty from the item manufacturer against any material defects and workmanship that may be realized for one year. All items are made from sustainable harvested wood, causing as little damage as possible to the environment as a whole.

You can find this exquisite collection and other living room furniture at Eco-Furniture.com.

Shin Coffee Table

This simple living room coffee table with its oriental conception evokes a tranquil environment that is prevalent throughout the Shin collection. The dark oak finish that compliments the unassuming curvature of the design creates a modest yet elegant addition to your living room. The two side tables sold as a single set with the Shin coffee table enables a combination to fit in comfortably to any living room with ease. Yet at the same time offer manifest sophistication and grace that would exceed what is expected of center piece.

The knock-down construction enables uncomplicated and simple assembly. The coffee table is 54 inches long and 24 inches wide and at a height of 14 inches it allows comfort and ease that all coffee tables should offer. Each of the side tables are elegantly designed at a length of 26 inches, a width of 20 inches and are of a convenient height of 20 inches. The coffee table weighing in at 52 pounds is effortlessly transported or maneuvered it to any position or location you desire. The same goes for the side tables which clock in at 40 pounds each.

This product is manufactured using hardwood solids as raw materials and is topped off with a finish of oak veneers that allow an elegantly simple aura to scatter around it, and the raw materials used in this product are sustainably produced.