Material overview

The distinctive image of our products is defined by the materials we use. While colour and texture are important, choice of material is also determined by maintenance and durability.

 Streetlife materials FSC wood, circularity, TWIN Concept
 Streetlife materials FSC wood, circularity, TWIN Concept

FSC® Certified (Hard)wood

Streetlife is FSC certified for the supply of products containing different types of FSC certified hardwood and FSC certified recycled hardwood. With Streetlife as the last link in the FSC chain, you can be sure that the wood has been processed responsibly from start to finish. The entire supply chain process is traceable throughout, beginning with felling right through to the end product, and every link is FSC certified. This is how we keep the chain
of custody closed.
  • FSC® (Hard)Wood

    • FSC® Accoya
      MaterialFSC®-certified wood
      StatusReused
      SourceFSC® managed forests in New Zealand
      Beam profileSolid 2.8"x 2.8" / R&R 2.8" x 5.9" 
      Max length118"
      ColorSilver yellow
      TextureSmooth without knots
      Years to grey1-2 years
      Density512 kg/m³
      Lifespan30-40 years
      MaintenanceNone, possible sanding
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC® Mix 70%
    • FSC® Core Hardwood
      MaterialFSC®-certified hardwood
      StatusVirgin Core
      SourceFSC® managed tropical forests
      Beam profileDrifter 12"x12"
      Max length118"
      ColourRed brown
      TextureRough
      Years to grey2-3 years
      Density1100 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 30 years
      MaintenanceNone, possible sanding
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC®
    • FSC® Cumaru
      MaterialFSC®-certified hardwood
      StatusVirgin
      SourceFSC® managed tropical forests
      Beam profileSolid 2.8"x 2.8"
      Fine benches, diverse
      Max length118"
      ColorRed brown
      TextureSmooth without knots
      Years to grey2-3 years
      Density1150 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 30 years
      MaintenanceNone, possible sanding
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC®
    • Douglas
      MaterialUntreated Coniferous Wood
      StatusVirgin
      SourceForests in North America
      Beam profileDrifter 12"x12", Heavy-Heavy  5,5"x8,3"
      Max length118"
      ColourSand yellow
      TextureSmooth with knots
      Years to grey1-2 years
      Density520 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 10 years
      MaintenanceAnnual cleaning, sanding if needed
      RecyclableYes
    • FSC® Hardwood
      MaterialFSC®-certified hardwood
      StatusVirgin
      SourceFSC® managed tropical forests
      Beam profileHeavy-Heavy 5,5"x8,3"
      Max length118"
      ColourRed brown
      TextureRough
      Years to grey2-3 years
      Density1100 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 30 years
      MaintenanceNone, possible sanding
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC®
    • FSC® Louro
      MaterialFSC®-certified hardwood
      StatusVirgin
      SourceFSC® managed tropical forests
      Beam profileRough&Ready 2.8" x 5.9"
      Max length118"
      ColorYellow brown
      TextureSmooth without knots
      Years to grey2-3 years
      Density800 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 30 years
      MaintenanceNone, possible sanding
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC®
    • Recycled Hardwood
      MaterialHardwood (Recycled 100% / FSC®)
      StatusReused / Residual virgin
      SourceUSA waterworks / Central America
      Beam profileapprox. 10"x10" / 12"x12"
      Max length118"
      ColorWeathered Multi-Grey-Brown
      TextureExtra rough
      Years to grey1-2 years
      Density1100 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 30 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC® on request
    • FSC® Upcycled Douglas
    • FSC® Upcycled Hardwood
      MaterialFSC® 100% Hardwood
      StatusVirgin / Reclaimed
      SourceSouth America
      Beam profileDrifter 12"x12"
      Heavy-Heavy 5,5"x8,3" 
      Max length118" 
      ColourMulti-Brown
      TextureRough
      Years to grey1-2 years
      Density1100 kg/m³
      Lifespan> 30 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
      CertificateFSC® 100%
    • FSC® Jatoba

TWIN material

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

Sheet materials

Streetlife uses low-maintenance materials and constructions. As we prefer to use untreated FSC hardwood in our furniture, the wood does not need
to be painted. Streetlife’s material of choice for metal structures is Corten steel, which complements the wood.
  • Sheet metals

    • Corten Steel
      MaterialWheathering steel
      ColorWarm red-brown
      TextureRough
      Years to oxidate1-3 years
      Lifespanca. 50 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • Galvanized Steel
      MaterialGalvanized Steel
      ColorSilver grey with flakes
      TextureSlightly rough
      Years to greyBecomes dull in 1-6 months
      Lifespanca. 50 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableNo
    • Powder Coating
      FinishPowder Coating
      MaterialSteel, aluminum, Corten steel, galvanized steel
      ColorRAL
      TextureSmooth
      Lifespanca. 10 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • Stainless Steel
      MaterialStainless Steel AISI316 
      ColorWarm silver grey
      TextureSmooth
      Lifespan20-30 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • Two Tone CorTen
    • Powder Coated Aluminium
    • Aluminum

Composites

Streetlife has been using a variety of recycled materials as a fully-fledged alternative to hardwood beams or ‘virgin’ plastic. Waste Grey, a partially recycled material, is used in the rotational moulding of our Synthetic Cones.
  • Composites

    • Natural Fibre Composite
      MaterialNatural fibre reinforced composite with transparant gel-coat finish
      ColourRusty Brown or Light Grey with visible fibres
      TextureSmooth
      Lifespanca. 30 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • Glass Fibre Composite
      MaterialGlassfiber reinforced composite with gel-coat finish
      ColorRAL
      TextureSmooth
      Lifespanca. 50 years
      MaintenanceNone
      RecyclableYes
    • Polyethylene
      MaterialRotomoulded Polyethylene
      ColourAnthracite Granito / Medium Grey Granito / Black Granito / White Granito / Traffic Red
      TextureFine matte
      Lifespan10-15 years depending on various factors such as environmental conditions and maintenance
      MaintenanceAnnual cleaning
      RecyclableYes
    • Recycled Polyethylene
      MaterialRotomoulded recycled post-consumer, post-industrial and virgin Polyethylene
      ColourAvailable in Waste Grey and Waste Brown with mixed colour effect
      TextureFine matte
      Lifespan10-15 years depending on various factors such as environmental conditions and maintenance
      MaintenanceAnnual cleaning
      RecyclableYes
    • Printed Recycled Composite