Carefree Composite

03.05.2017

All Black proves itself to be a durable alternative! Climate protection is becoming an issue on an increasingly smaller scale.

R&R Top Seats All Black - Rotary Trail, Birmingham
Everybody is willing to help and can contribute towards achieving climate goals. Good insulation, LED lighting and waste separation are now the new standard. When choosing sustainable street furniture, All Black is a responsible alternative to hardwood. At Streetlife, we notice that interest in sustainable products is increasing and the demand for All Black is now really taking off.

This is not really surprising because this recycled product has many advantages, in terms of both sustainability and maintenance. Ink and paint hardly adhere to the surface and cold, heat and UV radiation have no impact on the beams. The material complies with NEN 6065 fire class 3, which makes it extremely suitable for use in demanding environments such as playgrounds and coastal zones.

All Black is made of recycled plastic (PE and PP) from, for example, bottle caps, crates and agricultural plastics. Reusing these products helps not only reduce the enormous plastic waste stream but also cuts down on the need for transportation due to the local availability of these resources. No chemicals are added to the raw material, only soot for the coloring, All Black has a very low carbon footprint and can itself be recycled.

All Black detail
R&R Topseat All Black - Lillsjöraden, Jönköping

The end product is durable, does not require maintenance and will not splinter or warp. The material is black throughout and damage is therefore barely noticeable. As All Black beams have a matt appearance and rough texture, the product does not look like plastic. Finally, the very long lifespan (at least 50 years) of the material makes it a more than suitable alternative to hardwood.

All Black is a standard feature in the Streetlife Collection, and all products within the Rough&Ready Range can be made with these black beams: landscaping elements from benches and bridges to tree planters and picnic sets.This offers the architect unique freedom to combine elements within a single, uniquely coherent collection.

The Rough&Ready Range owes its cohesion to the distinct, standardized R&R beam size of 7x15 cm. The steel supports of the products can be delivered in galvanized, coated or CorTen steel. All Black beams, with their deep black finish, allow for the creation of beautiful contrasts, an aesthetic feature that underlines just how unique the material actually is.

TWIN materials

Streetlife designs focus on inspiring, sustainable solutions for green public spaces. Streetlife’s aim with the TWIN Concept is to combine aesthetics and sustainability in fair, future-proof products. Thanks to the TWIN Concept, all Streetlife products featuring FSC certified hardwood beams are also available in a durable twin material.

  • TWIN materials

    • All Black - Recycled
      MaterialPlastic recyclate, PP & PE
      Status100% recycled
      SourceIndustrial plastic waste (PE) / Domestic plastic waste (PP)
      Beam sizeRough&Ready 2.8"x 5.9"
      Max. length97.5"
      ColorBlack
      TextureRough and mat
      Years to greyColor stable
      Density800 kg/m³
      Lifespan40-50 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • FSC® Bamboo Brown
      Material90% bamboo, 10% glue
      SourceFSC® managed bamboo forests
      Beam profileHighlife 1.6"x1.6"/3.1"/6.2", Others +/- 2.0"x1.6"
      Max length91.26"
      ColorMulti-dark brown
      TextureSmooth with fibres
      Years to grey1-2 years
      Density1150 kg/m³
      Lifespan20-30 years
      MaintenanceNone, possible sanding
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC®
      Extra infoCO₂ Neutral
    • Cloudy Grey - Recycled
      MaterialPlastic recyclate
      Status100% recycled
      SourcePre-consumer waste
      Beam profileSolid 2.8"x 2.8"
      Max. length118"
      ColorMedium grey with clouds
      TextureExtra rough mat
      Years to greyColor stable
      Density1060 kg/m³  
      Lifespan20-30 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • Lava Grey - Recycled
      MaterialPlastic recyclate
      Status100% recycled
      SourcePost consumer waste
      Beam profileDrifter 12"x12"
      Heavy-Heavy 5,5"x8,3"
      Max. length118"
      ColourAnthracite cool grey
      TextureExtra rough mat
      Years to greyNatural fade
      Density1020 kg/m³
      Lifespan40-50 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
Press release from2017
LocationLillsjöraden (Sweden); Rotary Trail (USA)
CityJönkoping (Sweden); Birmingham (USA)