# Composite Bottle Openers This Eco-Friendly Drinking Accessory Is Made From Recycled Paper By M | Published 2016-07-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/composite-bottle References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/gear/paper-composite-bottle-opener/) & [shop.coolmaterial](https://shop.coolmaterial.com/products/paper-composite-bottle-opener) Richlite is providing consumers with an environmentally friendly drinking accessory called the Paper Composite Bottle Opener that is made primarily out of [recycled paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-strip-cutter). The utensil offers an eco alternative to metal and plastic designs that creatively repurposes waste into a household product. The eco bottle opener opts for an angular and modular design shape with a rectangular form complete with two indentations that act as the lever to pull caps off of [glass bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceci-1938). The opener is constructed from paper composite that contains an amalgamation of wallpaper, countertops and standard paper. The recycled waste forms a hard paper product, similar to the texture of wood, that is ideal for creating a sturdy and reliable bottle opener for drinking endeavours. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Drink Accessories:** Creating eco-friendly alternatives to traditional metal and plastic designs. - **Repurposing Waste Materials:** Finding innovative uses for recycled paper and other discarded materials. - **Modular Design Shapes:** Exploring angular and versatile designs for functional products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sustainable Product Manufacturing:** Opportunities for companies to develop and produce environmentally friendly products. - **Recycling and Waste Management:** Potential for businesses to innovate in repurposing, recycling, and managing waste materials. - **Kitchen and Dining Products:** Creating unique and sustainable utensils and accessories for the home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper Bottle-Packaged Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-of-zing-cocktails.md) - [Paper Wine Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avallen-paper-bottle-packaging.md) - [Eco Reusable Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anew.md) - [Paper Bottle Margarita Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-bottle-margarita.md) - [Pulp-Based Wine Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perrier-jouet-1.md) - [Recyclable Lightweight Wine Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ron-rubin-brands.md) - [Quirky Paper Wine Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugly-duck.md) - [Smart Bottle Openers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bottle-opener.md) - [Weight-Reducing Bottle Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofusion-top.md)