SMILE Plastics
Materiality
Plastic
Applications
Built Environment & Products
Source
Recycled Content
Production
Non-Industrial/ Artisanal Scale
Recovery
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Cycle
Technical
WHAT IS IT?
SMILE plastics design materials from plastic waste and other solid, waterproof, weather, and UV resistant materials. Each piece is made by hand, combining different materials into a unique piece.
HOW IS IT MADE?
A variety of materials are arranged based on the customer’s requests. Then the material is pressed.
USE CASES
They provide a long list of possible applications, including display counters, cabinets, tabletops, shelving, seating, jewellery, playgrounds, and spas.
Applicable Circular Principles
2. Efficient use of materials, water and energy
More info on circular principles
Location
South Wales, UK
More Info
www.smile-plastics.com
TOPICS
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