Why Buy Made in France?
Cocorico! France is the world’s leading producer of linen. It would be a shame not to take advantage of it, wouldn’t it? Yet, many people still buy their products abroad, especially their bed linen. Lower prices, more choice… There are plenty of arguments. But there are even more in favour of “made in France”!
Choosing French-made products offers advantages at every level and across every sector. The people of our beautiful country, ourselves included, are increasingly drawn to a mode of responsible consumption that benefits our economy, our people, our planet, and our health. In this article, Embrin explains in detail all the benefits!
A word of caution: we’re talking here about products that are 100% made in France (such as Embrin’s, for example), not goods manufactured on the other side of the world and then assembled or repackaged in France just to earn a logo.
Choosing French-made for the environment
By buying French products, you are helping to preserve our beautiful planet! In a world where goods are traded endlessly, the environmental cost is catastrophic. It is estimated that around 10% of greenhouse gases are due to the transport of goods. When it comes to carbon footprint, we can do much better!
By buying French-made, you prevent your products from travelling around the globe before reaching your home. In this way, you reduce CO2 emissions! At Embrin, the linen is grown in Normandy and our products are processed within France. Afterwards, they are simply transported to your door, without having taken a trip around the world.
Supporting the local economy and jobs
By purchasing made-in-France bed linen, as well as all the products you need day-to-day, you help the French economy to thrive. The companies you buy from pay their taxes in France, which is a real advantage given the difficult times we are facing.
Products made in France also help to protect French jobs! With your purchase, you support families, create opportunities for all, and contribute to the reduction of unemployment. You also help to combat decentralisation and the offshoring of our businesses.
What we often forget is that by buying French products, you can be certain of the working conditions in which they were made. In this way, you say no to the exploitation of both adults and children, and you stand up for a fairer world in which everyone is paid what they deserve.
A mark of quality
Buying French may come at a price, but quality is always assured. The French savoir-faire is renowned internationally — and for good reason! You can be confident that the product in your hands is designed to last, and that you won’t need to replace it in six months or a year. No nasty surprises!
Health and quality standards are also much stricter here than in many other countries. You steer clear of certain hazardous raw materials and can be sure that no controversial substances will find their way into your home. It’s also a guarantee for your health!
At Embrin, our bed linen and all our products are made in France using both human skill and mechanical processes. We have said no to chemicals from the outset. Thanks to this, we have obtained Oeko-Tex certification: a mark of both sanitary and ecological quality!
Keen to buy French? Embrin offers bed linen, table linen and bath linen 100% made in France. Also take a look at our curtains and made-to-measure sofas: products designed to stay in your home for years, with no risk to your health or the environment.