- Material Type
- Recycled Plastic
- Colour
- Varied · Customisable
- Character
- Colourful · Circular · Contemporary
- Cost Level
- €€ · Moderate
- Best Suited To
- Contemporary · Playful · Commercial
- Natural Variation
- Medium

Composite and resin · Varied origins
Recycled HDPE is a durable sheet material manufactured from reclaimed high-density polyethylene. Its colourful speckled appearance, water resistance and circular potential make it suitable for furniture, counters, bathrooms and decorative interior surfaces.
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Create a free accountDiverts plastic from waste streams
Highly resistant to water and staining
Available in distinctive colour combinations
Durable and suitable for repeated use
Can often be recycled again after use
Can scratch under abrasive contact
Vulnerable to high temperatures
May expand and contract with temperature changes
Colour distribution varies between sheets
Not all products have the same recycled content
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Clean using a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner. Most marks can be removed with warm water and gentle detergent. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh solvents.
Protect the surface from hot cookware, open flames and excessive heat. Use cutting boards on work surfaces and follow the manufacturer’s guidance for repairing or refinishing scratches.
Review a full-size sample before ordering.
Allow for thermal expansion and contraction.
Use fixings and adhesives approved by the manufacturer.
Support long spans and countertop edges correctly.
Use suitable tools and extraction during fabrication.
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Recycled HDPE can divert plastic from landfill and support circular material use. Confirm the percentage and source of recycled content, whether the material can be recycled again and whether the manufacturer provides a take-back programme.