Shwood Eyewear: Natural Wooden Frames
In an effort to keep their products as natural and environmentally friendly as possible, Shwood uses water-based glue in the lamination process and shellac as the final finish. Since its inception, the company has been committed to buying lumber from sources that harvest sustainably from plantations.
What most people notice first about Shwood is their dramatic designs that are considerably lighter than typical acetate frames. "Wood is an appealing medium for eyewear frames because of its inherent warmth," Singer says. "Shwood frames sort of mold onto your face and give you a kind of intimacy with something that was living."
— Eric Singer / Shwood Eyewear
Frequently asked questions
What materials does Shwood use to make their wooden eyewear frames environmentally friendly?+
Shwood uses water-based glue in the lamination process and shellac as the final finish to keep their products as natural and environmentally friendly as possible.
Where does Shwood source the wood for its eyewear frames?+
Since its inception, Shwood has been committed to buying lumber from sources that harvest sustainably from plantations.
Why is wood an appealing material for eyewear frames?+
According to Eric Singer, wood is appealing because of its inherent warmth. Shwood frames mold onto the wearer's face, creating a sense of intimacy with something that was once living.
How do Shwood wooden frames compare in weight to typical eyewear?+
Shwood frames are considerably lighter than typical acetate frames, and are also noted for their dramatic designs.