Founder Raul Hernandez Interviewed on GardenSMART TV [VIDEO]
GardenSMART is a “hands-in-the-dirt” exploration of all things gardening, for both the novice and experienced gardener. The producers called upon Forever Redwood to provide what GS host, Eric Johnson, calls the “exclamation point” of the garden, outdoor furniture that’s beautiful, durable, and enhances the enjoyment of the plants and flowers. The episode was broadcast on PBS … Founder Raul Hernandez Interviewed on GardenSMART TV [VIDEO]
What Gives Us Hope: The Healing Power Of Mature Forests

Offering a few thoughts on Earth Day, along with an update on our latest restoration forestry crowdfunding effort. Earth Day Reflections According to Earthday.org, in the years preceding the first Earth Day in 1970, “Air pollution was commonly accepted as the smell of prosperity.” Leaded gasoline was widely used. The average person had little understanding of the … What Gives Us Hope: The Healing Power Of Mature Forests
International Day of Forests

Sunday marked the UN-designated International Day of Forests. This year’s theme is “Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being.” The gifts of the Earth’s forests are unending. Standing forests are enormous reservoirs of carbon, making them the original global cooling technology. They also support our emotional and mental well-being, as described in this Time … International Day of Forests
Journey of Discovery: Forever Redwood Turns 25

In 1995, when Raul Hernandez began the backbreaking work of restoring a parcel of Redwood forest, he had no idea it was the start of a 25-year journey that would shape him into an eco-entrepreneur, restoration forestry expert, manager of over 240 acres of forestland, and CEO of a furniture and shade structure company. “You … Journey of Discovery: Forever Redwood Turns 25
Karaoke dinner parties? Quiet moments? This family’s Del Norte Kitchen Pavilion does it all

The 2nd place winning photo of our 2019 Photo Contest features Marilyn and Shawn Murray’s stunning 20′ x 18′ Del Norte Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion, though the real show stealer is their adorable little niece! We recently chatted with Shawn Murray about why he and Marilyn chose to work with Forever Redwood and what the experience … Karaoke dinner parties? Quiet moments? This family’s Del Norte Kitchen Pavilion does it all
Our real bottom line? Harvest to home values [Video]
When you purchase one of our California Redwood picnic tables, pergolas, pavilions, or gliders, you can rest assured that we’ve been hands-on every step of the way: From the moment we sustainably harvest the wood from our restored forestlands, or that of our restoration forestry partners To the milling and hand-selection of the lumber To … Our real bottom line? Harvest to home values [Video]
We’re more committed than ever to handcrafted quality—and to you.
Year after year, customers look to Forever Redwood for a premium product and a human-centered experience. This includes 10 to 30 year warranties, woodworking led by master carpenters, extra-thick California Redwood, and onsite, white glove assembly. Most companies have squeezed out such superior standards in favor of maximizing profit. We refuse to go down that … We’re more committed than ever to handcrafted quality—and to you.
Last Call to Invest in Our Global Cooling, Forest Restoration Project
Happy New Year! I’m reaching out with an update on our crowdfunded forest restoration project — including our final call to become a conservation-investor, and a January 26th (next Saturday) Q&A Video Call where you can ask me questions about the project. At the end of this post, I’ll also share 4 reasons to be … Last Call to Invest in Our Global Cooling, Forest Restoration Project
Relax Like the Romans in a Poolside Corner Pergola
A hybrid of architectural structure and outdoor space, pergolas sometimes are walkways for slow strolling or airy outdoor rooms that invite us to sit down and rest, such as poolside pergolas. Pergolas may be constructed of glass and metal, such as Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square promenade. But more often, they may be small, wooden lattice … Relax Like the Romans in a Poolside Corner Pergola
An Inconvenient Truth Ten Years Later
In 2006, Al Gore’s influential documentary film, An Inconvenient Truth, became a turning point in the climate change conversation. It’s clear, urgent message of pending severe global ecological degradation sparked a massive debate and action. It has led to substantial commitments worldwide recently that hopefully will slow and reverse the threat. Despite these recent commitments, … An Inconvenient Truth Ten Years Later