How Sustainable Furniture Rental Works
Furniture rental offers a lower-waste alternative—especially when built around a circular economy model like CORT’s. Instead of producing new furniture for every move or temporary space, CORT keeps pieces in circulation longer through smart reuse and repair practices.
- Rent: Customers lease high-quality furniture packages for a flexible period.
- Return: Items are returned when no longer needed—no reselling or storage required.
- Repeat: Furniture that passes inspection is cleaned and rented again, often 2–6 times over 3–4 years.
- Refurbish: Skilled teams repair worn items to extend their usable life.
- Repurpose: When rental life ends, furniture is sold at CORT Furniture Outlet—keeping over 95% of items out of landfills.
This closed-loop model helps reduce the demand for new furniture production while making it easier for customers to live more lightly.
Healthier Homes and Lower Emissions
Sustainability isn’t just about waste—it’s also about what you bring into your home. Many of CORT’s furnishings are GREENGUARD Gold Certified, meaning they meet rigorous standards for low chemical emissions. This certification supports cleaner indoor air and healthier living environments.
And when it comes to emissions, rental has a clear edge. Studies show that CORT’s model produces fewer greenhouse gases than the traditional buy-and-dispose approach over comparable periods of use. That’s especially true for customers who relocate often or don’t need permanent furniture.
What’s New in 2025: Smarter Design & Materials
CORT continues to innovate in its commitment to sustainability. As of 2025, the company is introducing furniture lines made with recycled plastics and reclaimed rubber tree wood. These materials reduce reliance on virgin inputs and align with more responsible sourcing practices.
Meanwhile, CORT’s logistics system is optimized to reduce emissions through efficient delivery and pickup routes. Morning deliveries and afternoon pickups allow trucks to stay fuller and travel smarter—minimizing fuel use without compromising service.
In addition, more CORT furniture is now modular and multifunctional, helping customers do more with fewer items. Think ottomans with storage, dining tables that double as workspaces, or media consoles that adapt to different room types.
Who Sustainable Furniture Rental Works Best For
Furniture rental isn’t the best fit for everyone—but for many, it makes both environmental and lifestyle sense. If you’re:
- Living temporarily in a city or work assignment
- Furnishing a space for less than three years
- Trying to reduce waste and avoid buying cheap furniture
- Looking for flexibility and convenience without long-term commitment
…then sustainable furniture rental may offer you the right mix of comfort, flexibility, and responsibility. CORT’s model supports more resource-conscious, lower-waste living—especially for short-term or transitional needs.
Make a Greener Move with CORT
Furnish Smarter. Waste Less.
CORT’s circular rental model is designed to reduce waste, support healthier homes, and offer a smarter path to sustainable living. We’re not perfect—but we’re progressing.
Ready to take the next step toward lower-impact living? Explore furniture rental options that work for you—and the planet.
