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Recycled Plastic Blinds

SimplyEco Cellular Shades are Made from Recycled Plastic Water Bottles

— September 25, 2020 — Eco
The SimplyEco Cellular Shades are eco-friendly window treatments that are made from recycled plastic blinds, helping to remove plastic from waste streams. As it's estimated that it takes over 400 years for a plastic bottle to degrade fully and only about a portion of plastic bottles that are produced make their way to recycling plants, this new line helps to make the most of a widely available material.

The line of SimplyEco Cellular Shades from Blinds.com are as functional and aesthetically pleasing as ever, plus they help to keep plastics out of the world's waterways. According to Blinds.com, "It takes about 12 recycled plastic water bottles to make one standard size SimplyEco shade."

With cellular shades installed in a home, people benefit from heat and energy savings, which appeals to consumers who are both cost-conscious and environmentally aware.

Image Credit: Blinds.com
Trend Themes
1. Recycling-driven Window Treatments - Innovative use of recycled plastic for window treatments can create a market for environmentally friendly home decor items.
2. Sustainable Home Design - Trend towards green living has been impacting the home design industry by creating demand for sustainable and environmentally responsible options.
3. Upcycling Plastic Waste - Companies that creatively repurpose plastic waste into new products have a promising growth opportunity as consumer demand for environmentally friendly products increases.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor and Furnishings - Businesses in the Home Decor and Furnishings industry have the potential to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly design options.
2. Plastic Recycling - The Plastic Recycling industry has the opportunity to provide raw materials to companies interested in producing eco-friendly products from recycled plastics.
3. Sustainable Manufacturing - Businesses in the Manufacturing industry can tap into the sustainability trend by focusing on environmentally responsible production processes and materials sourcing.
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