Hem and Hay are two furniture retailers with different approaches to design, sustainability, and ethical labor practices. Hem is an independent design brand that collaborates with vanguard designers and renowned European manufacturers to deliver progressive designs of the highest quality. They only sell on owned channels and speak directly with their clients to make their experience enjoyable and efficient. Hem's products have EcoTex, Ecolabel, REACH certifications, and they participate in Goodweave Certified to ensure ethical labor practices. On the other hand, Hay believes that good design is everyone's right. They work with the most talented designers from around the world to create high-quality products that are available to a wide audience. Their products draw inspiration from art, architecture, and fashion. Hay's products have FSC Certified, SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold, Ecolabel, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certifications. They use recycled materials, water-based finishes, low-VOCs and eco delivery. While both retailers offer sustainable options for consumers looking for environmentally friendly furniture options; Hem stands out as the more responsible choice for those looking for ethically sourced products as they participate in Goodweave Certified program which ensures ethical labor practices in rug-making industry while Hay does not participate in any equitable labor programs. In summary: Hem offers progressive designs of high quality made with locally sourced materials while ensuring ethical labor practices through Goodweave certification program; whereas Hay offers high-quality products inspired by art architecture & fashion made using recycled materials & eco-friendly finishes but does not guarantee ethical labor practices through any certification program.

- Hem collaborates with vanguard designers and renowned European manufacturers, while Hay works with the most talented, curious, and courageous designers from around the world. - Hem focuses on progressive designs of high quality that can enhance people's lives, while Hay offers a fresh take on everyday objects for diverse environments. - Hem offers EcoTex, Ecolabel, REACH certifications and participates in Goodweave Certified for ethical labor practices while Hay has FSC Certified, SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold, Ecolabel, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certifications but does not participate in equitable labor programs. - Hem claims to use locally sourced, contract grade, recycled and responsibly sourced materials whereas Hay uses recycled materials and water-based finishes with low-VOC and eco delivery.