HDPE terrazzo

Material category:

Polymer

Identification number:

21-7182-003-a

Sample produced by:

LAU Fong Yui Yvonne

Sample date:

10 Feb 2021 (Produced)

Sample condition:

No physical sample

Process-driven material

Plastic chips, collected from household disposal, are hand-cut into small pieces and mixed with resin. The mix is poured into a mold and let dry for 24 hours. Uneven edges are sanded and polished.

State:

Solid

Ecological Attributes

Reclaimed Components: Below 50%

Recycling potential: Medium

Expected Lifespan: 5-10 years

Fabrication Process

Casting

Properties

Waterproof

Washable

Form

Aggregate

Block

Sensory Attributes

Touch: Hard

Tactile Warmth: Tempered

Flexibility: Stiff

Resilience: Resistant

Odour: None

Glossiness: Glossy

Transparency: Translucent