Rediscovered Wood and Underwater Salvage

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Whether salvaged from a riverbed, country barn or city brownstone, Rediscovered Wood and Underwater Salvage certification verifies the sourcing of your wood. The Rainforest Alliance program stamps its seal of approval on reclaimed wood that is procured using procedures that preserve the integrity of the environment as well as the health and welfare of workers and the community.

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Whether salvaged from a riverbed, country barn or city brownstone, Rediscovered Wood and Underwater Salvage certification verifies the sourcing of your wood. The Rainforest Alliance stamps its seal of approval on reclaimed wood that is procured using procedures that preserve the integrity of the environment as well as the health and welfare of workers and the community. As the demand for forest products grows, so does the pressure on virgin forests and overflowing landfills. Rediscovered Wood and Underwater Salvage certification is a sound choice for saving forests.

A list of active Rainforest Alliance Rediscovered Wood clients is maintained for public review.

Seven Steps to Rediscovered Wood Certification

  1. Candidate submits certification application.
  2. Rainforest Alliance sends assessment budget proposal for candidate approval.
  3. On-site evaluation of candidate operation is completed.
  4. Rainforest Alliance certification assessment report sent to candidate for review.
  5. Certification approval and term provisions agreed upon.
  6. Contract and official certification completed with an awarded certification number.
  7. Annual audits are performed every year as part of the commitment to Rediscovered Wood certification.

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Rainforest Alliance Standard for Rediscovered Wood Certification: RW-01 Oct 07
The Rainforest Alliance's certification standard for companies that would like third-party certification of products made from recovered, reclaimed, salvaged materials. This certification does not include post-consumer reclaimed materials; see FSC CoC for this category.
Rainforest Alliance Standard for Underwater Salvage: RW-03 Nov 07
The Rainforest Alliance's certification standard for companies that would like third-party certification of products made from wood recovered from water sources.
RW Source Information Form: RW-04 Oct 07
This is a required form that provides details regarding sources for Rediscovered Wood-certified products.

To apply for Rainforest Alliance's Rediscovered Wood and Underwater Salvage certification services, please fill out our application and return as indicated.