Our Story

Tapeska offers home essentials carefully selected from brands with demonstrated values in ethical production, sustainability, safety, and quality.

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About Us

Tapeska began with a simple idea: that the home should be a place of comfort and culture. What started as an art studio has grown into a full home & living collection—curated with intention, designed for everyday living, and guided by ethical practices.

Every piece we offer is both a home essential and a choice–A choice to support fair labor, reduce waste, and surround yourself with items that are safe for people and planet.

Our mission is to provide a safe haven for ethical shopping–guilt-free, toxin-free, and sustainability-forward.

See Our Decision-Making Standards

Rooted in ethics. Designed for everyday.

Our core values are the foundation of what makes Tapeska a trustwothy and reliable home & living marketplace.

Core Value #1

Ethical Partnerships

We partner with home & living suppliers who share our dedication to safe working conditions, fair wages, and respect for people at every step of the supply chain.

Core Value #2

Safe Materials

Every product we carry is created with durable, non-toxic materials, including new and reclaimed woods, ceramics, stainless steel, aluminum, silicon, polyester, and cotton.

Core Value #3

Transparency & Trust

A comfortable home should never come at the expense of another. That’s why we align with global standards and certifications that keep our promises accountable.

Partner Values

  • Forest Stewardship Council®

    We support the health of the world’s forests by sourcing paper products that align with the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) standards, ensuring they come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits.

  • OEKO-TEX®

    We align with OEKO-TEX® by ensuring all our textiles are certified under the STANDARD 100, guaranteeing they have been rigorously tested for over 1,000 harmful substances to be safe for your skin and home.

  • Fair Trade

    We support Fair Trade, which promotes equity, sustainability, and ethical standards by ensuring artisans in developing regions receive fair prices, safe working conditions, and funds for community development.

  • UN Global Compact

    As supporters of the UN Global Compact, we are committed to responsible business practices that advance human rights, environmental sustainability, and ethical governance.

  • American Society for Testing and Materials

    We support the highest levels of child safety by ensuring all our products designed for children align with ASTM International's safety standards, the gold standard for protecting young users from mechanical and chemical hazards.

  • Ethical Trading Initiative

    We align with the Ethical Trading Initiative to ensure fair labor, safe working conditions, and respect for workers’ rights across our supply chain.

  • California Proposition 65

    All our products meet California Prop 65 standards, ensuring they are free from harmful chemicals and safe for your home and the planet.

  • CE Marking

    We support the safety of our European-sourced goods by ensuring they carry the CE Marking, which signifies that a product meets the European Union's stringent health, safety, and environmental protection requirements.

Sustainability Commitments

  • 🌿 Minimal Waste

    We avoid overproduction and support small-batch fulfillment when possible to reduce unnecessary waste.

  • ♻️ Recycled & Renewable Materials

    Products and packaging are made with recycled, renewable, or responsibly sourced materials whenever possible.

  • ✅ Fair Labor

    We work only with fulfillment partners who are recognized for fair labor practices and safe workplaces.

  • 🌊 Non-toxic

    From dyes to finishes, our textiles meet strict safety standards for both people and the planet.

  • 📦 Smart Shipping

    Minimal packaging, carbon-conscious delivery, and optimized logistics reduce our footprint.

  • 🌍 Carbon Neutral

    Through our partnership with Planet App, every shipment supports groundbreaking carbon removal technologies—including direct air capture, bio-oil storage, and mineralization—helping to permanently remove CO₂ from the atmosphere.

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