This is an interesting theory. And if valid, will probably bite IKEA down the road.

But I do have to say this in jest. Silver lining?:

I had to throw away so much IKEA furniture.

I understand the joke but high-quality furniture is expensive, and only recently IKEA went from "good value" to "horribly overpriced".

Generally IKEA's goal of sustainability is noble and their transparency is appreciated, but the way they handled this issue reminded me they are a very profit-driven company with customer service set up to deflect issues and minimize cost.

The best furniture one can have are family heirlooms from old-growth wood, but it is both expensive to place them and to move them.