Afbeelding
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.
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 colouring, All Black has a very low carbon footprint and can itself be recycled.
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, standardised R&R beam size of 7x15 cm. The steel supports of the products can be delivered in galvanised, 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
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All Black - RecycledMaterial Plastic recyclate, PP & PE Status 100% recycled Source Industrial plastic waste (PE) / Domestic plastic waste (PP) Beam size Rough&Ready 7x15 cm Max. length 250 cm Colour Black Texture Rough and mat Years to grey Color stable Density 800 kg/m³ Lifespan 40-50 years Maintenance None Recyclable Yes 
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FSC® Bamboo BrownMaterial 90% bamboo, 10% glue Source Managed bamboo forests Beam profile Highlife 4x4/8/16 cm
Others +/- 5x4 cmMax length 234 cm Color Multi-dark brown Texture Smooth with fibres Years to grey 1-2 years Density 1150 kg/m³ Lifespan 20-30 years Maintenance None, possible sanding Recyclable Yes Extra info CO₂ Neutral 
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Cloudy Grey - RecycledMaterial Plastic recyclate Status 100% recycled Source 50% Clothing fibres, 50% domestic plastic waste (LDPE) Beam size Solid 7x7 cm Max. length 120 cm Colour Medium grey with clouds Texture Rough and mat Years to grey Color stable Density 1060 kg/m³ Lifespan 20-30 years Maintenance None Recyclable Yes 
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Lava Grey - RecycledMaterial Plastic recyclate Status 100% recycled Source Post consumer waste Beam profile Drifter 30x30 cm
Heavy-Heavy 14x21 cmMax. length 300 cm Colour Anthracite cool grey Texture Extra rough mat Years to grey Natural fade Density 1020 kg/m³ Lifespan 40-50 years Maintenance None Recyclable Yes 
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| Press release from | 2017 |
| Location | Lillsjöraden (Sweden); Rotary Trail (USA) |
| City | Jönkoping (Sweden); Birmingham (USA) |
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