6 of the best homewares made from recycled materials
March 17, 2020
18th March is Global Recycling Day, so what better way to celebrate than these stylish homewares, all made from recycled materials.
Image: ReChic
While the Earth yields billions of tonnes of natural resources each year, one day it’s going to run out – and what better time to be mindful about the materials in our homes than Global Recycling Day?
From plastic to paper and all other kinds of recycled materials, take a look at some of our favourite home buys that are both sustainable and stylish.
Ribbon lamp, £200, ReChic
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Made from recycled plastic bottles 3D printed in fine layers, this lamp shade design is an innovative re-use of materials.
Borra Tufted Geo cushion, £20, Next
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A popular boho style, this cushion is actually made from recycled plastic bottles. As well as being a green option, it’s super hardwearing and can also be used outdoors, as well as indoors.
Recyled hosiery rug, from £59, Limited Abode
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This stylish, two-tone rug has been ethically crafted from hemp and recycled hosiery – check out the Limited Abode website for a blue version made from recycled denim too.
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Tabletop terrarium, £35, Amara
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Garden Trading’s range of chunky, handcrafted glassware is all made from recycled glass – available to buy now from Amara.
Recycled glass bowl, £7, John Lewis & Partners
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Recycled glass doesn’t have to be plain either – take a look at this beautiful bowl from John Lewis & Partners which is available in 3 different colours and a range of sizes.
Herringbone recycled cushion, £25, JD Williams
Image: JD Williams
This simple chevron cushion has the feel of wool, but is actually made from recycled plastic, again making it hardy enough for both the sofa and the garden.
Do you have any recycled homewares you love? Tweet us @goodhomesmag or post a comment on our Facebook page. Or, tag us in your own interiors photos on Instagram, using the hashtag #ThisGoodHome.
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A message from the editor:
Let us help you create the home of your dreams! Get ideas & inspiration from Good Homes every month, delivered direct to your door. Visit goodhomesmagazine.com/newsletter to sign up for the weekly Good Homes newsletter. Meet the Good Homes team at Ideal Home Show and be inspired by our on-trend roomsets.
~ Karen Walker, Editor, Good Homes