Stone dust

Recycled Glaze

The main ingredient in this recycled glaze is the sawdust from a local stone processing company, only 60km from the studio. Working with various natural stones also produces large quantities of stone dust, which could not be used so far. Up to 40 tons per month are deposited at each production site. This glaze gives the “waste” a further task for the first time and thus replaces many valuable resources. Perhaps the biggest milestone is that this glaze does not require quartz sand: The main ingredient in most common glazes. Stones already contain enough quartz. In addition, Studio Peipei only needs two additional additives here, also locally from Germany, where the glaze is produced. And this glaze can be used for tableware, tiles and everything in between. Certified and tested for every area.

Making process

Due to landfill regulations, the stone dust was separated from the water using a press and filter system in the processing company. As a result, it only needs to be dried and finely sieved in the studio's production hall. The recipe is then mixed and packaged, with all steps requiring almost no energy. The packaging is also largely made from scraps, leftovers from the paper industry, banners and foils from advertising posters and much more. Plant-based ink and biodegradable stickers are a further step towards a fully thought-out product.

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