What furniture material choices can affect the mood and well-being of the user

In the furniture industry, choosing the right materials is not only about aesthetics and durability, but also has a direct impact on the user's mood and well-being. For distributors, understanding the potential impact of different furniture materials on mental health and quality of activity is an important step in enhancing product value and market competitiveness. With concerns about mental health and living environments gradually increasing, choosing the right furniture materials has become one of the key factors in decision-making for many commercial premises. Want to learn more? This article explores how these materials affect mood and are valued in the modern furniture market.

Mood and space: the choice of furniture materials

The choice of furniture materials not only affects the visual effect of the space, but also has a direct effect on the human psyche and emotions. Different materials bring different sensations and can affect the comfort and emotional stability of the user. In a commercial environment, the choice of furniture materials is particularly important, as it has a direct impact on customer experience and retention - no one wants to stay in a restaurant or hotel where they don't feel comfortable.

Solid wood: The natural grain and warm texture of solid wood furniture often provides a comfortable, relaxing feeling that can effectively reduce stress and anxiety and enhance overall well-being. That said, solid wood furniture tends to have higher maintenance costs and weight issues.

Metal: Modern and clean, metal furniture lends itself to creating a calm, rational atmosphere in a space. However, overly cold and hard metal materials can make a space appear serious and cold, leading to a sense of depression in some people's emotions.

Glass: Transparent and light, glass furniture can make the space look more open and bright, giving people a fresh, free feeling. But if you use too much, the coldness of the glass may, on the contrary, make the space seem distant.

Fabric: Soft and comfortable fabric furniture gives people a warm, friendly feeling, commonly used in interior spaces, but cleaning and maintenance is difficult.

Stone: Stone furniture such as marble gives a sense of stability and solidity, suitable for office environments or public spaces, creating a solemn, professional atmosphere.

Synthetic materials: Modern synthetic materials such as artificial wood, PVC and acrylic offer a wide choice of colours and textures and usually have low maintenance costs, making them suitable for modern commercial spaces.

Through these different materials of furniture, we can see how the properties of objects affect us psychologically. For example, the hardness and weight of metal and stone tend to give a sense of security and stability, while wood often gives a warm, cosy feeling. These psychological responses are exactly what we seek in space design - to enhance the comfort and commercial effectiveness of a space by choosing the right materials.

Humans are naturally attracted to nature, a concept known as pro-life. It explains why we often feel more relaxed and content in natural environments. According to “Physiological effects of wood on humans: a review “ research has shown that exposure to wood can lower blood pressure and heart rate, similar to the effects of spending time in nature, a physiological response often accompanied by feelings of comfort and warmth, suggesting that wood has a calming effect on our nervous system. By introducing wood into indoor environments, this pro-life design approach has been shown to reduce stress, improve cognitive function and enhance overall well-being.

As we continue to spend more time indoors, especially in urban environments, it is becoming increasingly important to incorporate these natural elements into our living and working spaces. Metal wood grain not only provides a more durable and cost-effective option for commercial spaces, but also delivers a cosy ambience similar to that of solid wood, helping to enhance the well-being and productivity of customers and employees.

Metal wood grain vs. solid wood: the balance between cost-effectiveness and functionality in market trends

Against this backdrop, metal wood grain technology was born. It combines the high durability and low maintenance costs of metal with the natural beauty of wood and has become a new trend in modern furniture design. In a commercial environment, metal wood grain furniture can provide similar visual appeal and comfort to solid wood at a more cost-effective price, fulfilling the need for both aesthetics and comfort while reducing purchasing and maintenance costs. In the furniture dealer market, solid wood versus metal wood grain is often a point of discussion. While solid wood has long dominated the market due to its natural texture and high-end appearance, metal wood grain is gradually gaining more attention from dealers due to its excellent price/performance ratio and unique advantages.

Price: Solid wood usually has long lead times and higher prices due to raw material sourcing and processing. Metal wood grain, through advanced surface treatment technology, not only provides a visual effect similar to that of solid wood, but also allows for quick shipment and lower costs in mass production. Comparatively speaking, metal wood grain furniture is able to provide higher quality and quantity on the same budget.

Cost: Metal wood grain furniture uses high quality aluminium, which is superior in wear resistance, moisture resistance and ageing resistance, and is not prone to discolouration and deformation. It is suitable for various commercial environments such as hotels, office buildings and other high-frequency use.

Nowadays, metal wood grain, as an innovative process, retains the natural beauty and touch of wood, but also has the stability and durability of metal. It is able to obtain better quality at the same purchase cost. It is able to mimic the grain and warm texture of wood, delivering a cosy feel similar to solid wood, thus effectively enhancing the comfort and emotional experience of a space. Despite being metal in nature, metal wood grain still brings a natural texture and visual effect to a space, touching the emotional and physical response.

YL1434 : Solid wood chair transformed by classic design

With its simple yet elegant design, the elegant YL1434 dining chair is widely used in restaurants, cafes, canteens and other commercial environments, and is especially warmly welcomed in American restaurants and other venues. It adopts metal wood grain technology and looks almost indistinguishable from traditional solid wood dining chairs, combining the durability of metal with the natural beauty of wood. Visually and tactilely, this chair is able to bring a warm feeling similar to that of solid wood, creating a cosy dining atmosphere that enhances the user's sense of well-being.

The chair was originally designed to solve some of the problems associated with traditional solid wood chairs in high-frequency use environments, such as higher procurement costs, longer lead times and heavier transport burdens. Through the use of metal wood grain technology, Yumeya is able to provide an aesthetic, yet more stable and durable option, while ensuring that it can withstand the day-to-day use of a commercial space, enhancing the comfort of the space and the satisfaction of the customers.

For distributors, the chair not only reduces the cost burden due to weight and shipping, but also has a shorter production cycle, allowing for greater flexibility in meeting market demands. Compared to traditional solid wood chairs, the metal wood grain chair is more durable and low maintenance, helping to reduce the frequency of product replacement and after-sales service, thus reducing operational stress. What's more, the chair's reduced cost and cheaper price provide dealers with more competitive pricing space and differentiate themselves in the market. While meeting the design needs of commercial spaces, it enhances the mood and well-being of customers, helping dealers to improve profitability and optimise operational efficiency.

Metal wood grain - the perfect combination of cost-effectiveness and emotional comfort

Choosing the right furniture material is not just a competition of price and appearance, but also a consideration of the functionality and comfort of the space. Metal wood grain already stands to take the furniture market by storm in 2025 thanks to its high price/performance ratio, outstanding durability and excellent emotional regulation. Particularly in commercial environments where large-scale purchases are required, metal wood grain can offer similar aesthetics to solid wood, while avoiding the high cost of maintenance and environmental vulnerability of solid wood.

Under the downward pressure of the post-epidemic economy, many commercial premises are facing the challenge of cost control. Businesses must not only design for aesthetic needs, but also consider cost-effectiveness and sustainability. Therefore, metal wood grain provides a perfect balance between the need for visual and tactile comfort, while reducing the burden of maintenance in the long term, ensuring a head start in a competitive market.

As the first company in China to specialise in metal wood grain technology, Yumeya has over 27 years of experience in the industry. With advanced production technology and experienced sales team, Yumeya is able to provide customers with high quality products and professional after-sales service to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term experience. Of course, there are many different material choices available on the market. The key is to find the most suitable solution and choose the most appropriate material according to the actual needs and budget in order to create a space that meets the functional needs as well as enhancing emotional comfort.