Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Medley emerges as a pioneer in sustainable furniture design. With a commitment to eco-certified materials and local manufacturing, the company offers durable furnishings crafted by skilled artisans in the USA. Medley’s collection features natural, plant-based components like latex and wool, setting a new standard for environmental responsibility in home decor. The company provides a 30-day trial to ensure customer satisfaction, emphasizing quality and comfort that endure over time. Founded by brothers Travis and Ryan, Medley continues to push the boundaries of sustainability within the industry.

HAY is a Danish design company that was founded in 2002 with the mission to provide good design to everyone. They offer high-quality furniture, lighting, and accessories that are inspired by art, architecture, and fashion. Their products are designed to be used in a diversity of environments and suit many needs. HAY is committed to sustainability, creating long-lasting products with minimal environmental impact and using innovative materials from development to production. They partner with Maersk ECO Delivery for their ocean transport and have eco-labels such as OEKO-TEX® certification and the Nordic Swan Ecolabel on many of their accessories.

Medley is dedicated to crafting eco-friendly furniture by prioritizing the use of sustainable, nontoxic, and eco-certified materials. This commitment ensures each piece not only enhances living spaces but also supports a healthier ecosystem. Distinguishing itself from other brands, Medley introduces an innovative blend of natural materials in its plant-based latex and wool furniture collection, marking it as the most sustainable option available. Additionally, all products feature organic cotton, are low-VOC, assembled in the USA, and meet contract-grade standards, underscoring a continuous evolution towards greater sustainability in home decor.

HAY focuses on developing long-lasting products that reduce environmental impact. Recycled materials, FSC-certified wood and water-based lacquer are used to optimize sustainability, with many eco-certified products. The majority of wooden furniture is produced with a low VOC water-based lacquer for a healthier working environment and longer lifetime. All certified products have undergone emission testing at independent laboratories to meet air quality emission requirements and reduce exposure to air pollution. FSC-certified wood ensures the product has been produced in a socially, economically, and environmentally responsible way. ECOLabeled products are evaluated for the entire life cycle; design features enable disassembly and recycling of the product at the end of its life. ECO Delivery replaces fossil fuels with sustainable low-carbon fuel certified by ISCC body and manufactured from recycled sustainable biomass. Accessories are designed as eco-friendly alternatives to single use plastic products such as reusable shopping bags, straws and water bottles.

Medley offers a range of product certifications including GOTS Certified, GOLS Certified, CertiPUR-US®, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, FSC Certified, and Greenguard Gold Certified. In contrast, Hay's certified products are FSC Certified, SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold, Ecolabel, and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100.

Medley participates in equitable labor programs such as Fair Trade Certified and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) for its products. On the other hand, Hay engages in labor initiatives like Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) and Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA).