BRIO toys are "good" toys. Good toys are safe, durable and open-ended.
Open-ended toys stimulate a child's creativity and imagination because
they can be played with in so many different ways over many years of a
child's life. That makes owning a BRIO toy a very cost-effective
proposition for parents because BRIO toys last. They last for two
reasons: they are durable and they satisfy a child's changing play
needs as he or she grows. BRIO has a strong commitment to children and
their safety. To ensure every BRIO toy is safe and reliable, each one
meets the highest international safety requirements. BRIO wooden toys
are made from Beechwood and birch - hard woods that make durable toys
built for years of play. The wood is free of insecticides, toxic
chemicals and flaws, such as knots and cracks. All wood is kiln-dried
to retain its natural color finish.