Masonite has been a leader in Environmental Responsibility from the very beginning. In 1924 William H. Mason's ground-breaking discovery--that post-industrial wood chips could be reconstituted and used to create building material--became one of the blocks on which Masonite was built.
At Masonite we are committed to trying to leave the planet much as we found it. For example, no old growth timber is harvested solely for the production of Molded Panel Doors from Masonite. By-product wood chips are a vital ingredient in many of Masonite's doors and timber that is used comes from sustainable, managed forests. In addition, our doors are made in manufacturing facilities designed to be easy on the environment.
It's logical that the longer a door performs the less the stress on the environment. Therefore, all materials—wood, fiberglass, steel or composites—are engineered and selected for lasting durability.
If you are looking to conserve our natural resources, or if you are seeking an industry certification, Masonite has the answer. With Masonite you never have to sacrifice superior quality for environmental stewardship.
Masonite’s Green Council
This council helps define, develop and implement Masonite’s Environmental Policies & Strategy. A cross-functional team, the Green Council also generates new product ideas and reviews service and policy opportunities. These will further solidify Masonite’s position as a Green leader in the global marketplace.
Masonite’s Manufacturing Impact
We employ environmental management systems intended to ensure compliance with all environmental laws and regulations. As well, we pride ourselves in workplaces that are safe and healthy.
Masonite’s Energy Conservation
ENERGY STAR is a Department of Energy program that rewards consumers and builders for selecting energy efficient products. Masonite Steel and Fiberglass Doors can be assembled to qualify for ENERGY STAR.
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Masonite’s Renewable Materials
We are committed to reducing our impact on the world’s forests. Our replanting program allows us to harvest within ten years. Every ‘bio’ product we use is renewable. For example, Wheatcore used in Safe ‘N Sound Doors is produced from rapidly renewable wheat fiber.
Masonite’s Recycled Content
Recycling has a significant positive effect on the environment. Where possible, Masonite utilizes recycled materials in our doors. As an example, the interior molded door facings that Masonite manufactures contain post-industrial wood chips, a key ingredient. In addition, Wheatcore, particleboard and fiber products all have recycled content.
Masonite’s Commitment to Sustainable Forestry
Without question, preserving our natural resources requires a commitment to forest management. Forestry certification helps identify wood supplies that originate in responsibly managed forests. Masonite strives to purchase wood products that are identified with a third party certification for sustainable forest management. Masonite’s mahogany exterior doors from Royal Mahogany are FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified. Similarly, many of our interior stile and rail doors are FSC certified. Flush hardwood & hardboard doors are also available with FSC certification.
Masonite’s Logistics
Recognizing that transporting products consumes energy, Masonite has created regional manufacturing plants thus minimizing the amount of travel necessary to provide our superior quality doors to our customers.
Masonite’s Environmentally Beautiful™ Products
From the homeowner that is environmentally conscious to the architect that is designing a project to achieve an industry certification, research has shown that the market clearly has a desire for Green products. Preserving the environment does not need to require that you sacrifice design or quality, at least when Masonite doors are concerned. Masonite continues to offer many Environmentally Beautiful™ Doors that are truly environmentally responsible and can also provide a solution for “Green” specifiers by contributing to industry certifications. The Safe ‘N Sound® and Safe ‘N Sound® Emerald™ are the most recent products to be introduced that can contribute to industry certifications.
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