IKEA has also been under fire in recent years for their massive contributions to deforestation. All of those Billy bookcases and Malm dressers have to come from somewhere, and the affordable furniture from IKEA doesn’t always stand the test of time. Therefore, many trees have had to pay the price for our home decor. In fact, there have been allegations of the company conducting illegal logging business in Romanian forests. IKEA’s website claims that the majority of their wood comes from Sweden, Poland, Russia, Lithuania and Germany, but The New Republic reports that IKEA has become Romania’s “largest private landowner” and could be getting up to 10% of its timber from there.
Are you feeling inspired to take a trip to IKEA this weekend and update a few elements in your own home? Don’t forget that every piece of furniture you purchase, you’ll have to later assemble. But if you’re down for a good mental workout, go nuts! We hope you’re enjoying this spot-on list of IKEA memes. Keep upvoting the pics you find most relatable, and let us know in the comments what your favorite part about visiting this beloved Swedish chain is. Then, if you’re interested in checking out a Bored Panda article featuring IKEA furniture hacks, look no further than right here!
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