Woodio

Frequently asked questions

Woodio brings together the best of Nordic design traditions and the use of sustainable bio-material innovation in a contemporary way. All our products are made from our signature material called Woodio®. It is the world’s first 100% waterproof solid wood composite designed to replace ceramic and stone materials – sustainably.

Are Woodio products really wood?

Yes, it’s wood! Our wood material technology is the world’s first 100% waterproof wood composite that consists of real wood chips.

What does the material consist of?

The Woodio material is an innovative combination of wood and resin based adhesives. Approximately 80% of the material is solid wood.

Are Woodio products sustainable?

Yes! Woodio is forerunner as a designer for ecologically produced designer products. That is to say, at Woodio we put a strong focus on making sustainable choices throughout the whole production process – from the material itself to manufacturing and disposal.

Woodio products have a significantly lower carbon footprint, throughout the whole product lifecycle, than similar traditional ceramic bathroom fixtures. In fact, 55kg lower per unit. * In addition, our products are disposable as energy waste – meaning that our products can be burned as energy at the end of their lifecycle.

* Source: A. Nurmio / Aalto University

Is the material really waterproof and solid?

Yes, 100%. The Woodio material and all Woodio products are made from 100% waterproof solid wood composite material with UV, scratch, chemical and dirt resistant coating.

Woodio material is far more impact resistant than ceramic materials , making it practically unbreakable in normal use.

How long does a Woodio product last?

Woodio washbasins are maintenance free and their expected life time is the same as with any traditional bathroom materials – or even longer.

How do I care for my woodio washbasin?

If necessary, clean your Woodio washbasin with a dampened soft cloth and mild non-abrasive dish detergent or soap. However, do not use wool, hard or sharp tools which can stratch the surface of the sink.

Are Woodio products suitable for both private and public spaces?

Yes! Our current collections include 16 different wooden washbasins that are suitable for both private and public spaces.

What wood materials are available?

Available wood material options are Aspen 2mm, Aspen 5mm and Birch 6mm – depending on the colour or model.

How accurate are your colour samples?

The colour in the final product may vary slightly, because wood is a natural material. And natural is good, right!

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Our design philosophy is based on our Nordic heritage “form follows function”. We do beautiful, sustainable, and timeless design because we are Finnish, and we like all things sustainable – also in our design. Our collection includes 17 different washbasin models, a bathtub, accessories and, most recently, a wooden toilet seat – 10 in beautiful northern nature inspired tones.