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Why does Portico focus on goods made from recycled/reclaimed materials?

I often get asked why I focus on carrying so many products in the shop that are made from recycled, reclaimed, sustainable or Fair Trade materials. The answer is both simple and complex at the same time (of course, Lol). The first, and most obvious reason, is that it makes good environmental sense. Why not make something new from something that has already served another purpose and thereby keeping it out of the landfill? A perfect example of a newly manufactured item made from recycled materials is the Outdoor furniture line we carry; this high quality, durable (and gorgeous) line is made from recycled plastic milk jugs - performance and style all wrapped up into one! The photo I attached...

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CTV "Morning Live" talks to Tracy about Portico Indoor & Outdoor Living and Holiday 2016

Watch the interview and tour of Portico with Gabby Marchand of CTV "Morning Live" as Tracy talks about some unique and special items in the shop for Holiday 2016. Tree ornaments made from hand embroidered felt, hand carved wood, zinc, and blown glass are featured along with Holiday Decor pieces from a collection Tracy carries that are Fair Trade items made from reclaimed steel drums. No matter what the Season, Portico is always "bringing the indoors out, and the outdoors in" with a strong focus of products made from recycled, reclaimed, sustainable, and Fair Trade materials. http://ctv.news/mRHY4HK

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