# Sheltering Diapers UK Roof Tiles Are Being Created from Recycled Nappies By boom chicky boom | Published 2009-11-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-nappies References: [triplepundit](http://www.triplepundit.com/2009/11/let’s-talk-trash-knowaste-turns-dirty-diapers-into-green/) & [knowaste](http://www.knowaste.com/us/aboutus.php) A landfill recycling facility in the UK will be supplying roof tiles made from recycled nappies. Considering that the average baby soils 5,000-6,000 diapers by the time they are potty-trained, which takes up to 500 years to decompose at a landfill, this is definitely promising. In the United Kingdom the estimated number of [disposable diapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-bello) that are clogging the landfills is about 8 million a day. So even though recycled nappies may seem disgusting, it's really rather ingenious. If you are interested in a learning more about recycled nappies, you can take an online ‘plant tour’ of the process, there is a video that will answer all of your questions at the Knowaste WEBsite. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Recycled Nappies:** Opportunity for companies to create innovative solutions for recycling and repurposing of disposable diapers. - **Sustainable Construction Materials:** Opportunity to develop eco-friendly and cost-effective building materials such as roof tiles made from recycled diapers. - **Circular Economy:** Opportunity to promote a circular economy model through diaper recycling and repurposing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Waste Management:** Waste management companies can explore diaper recycling and repurposing as a new avenue for revenue. - **Construction and Building Materials:** Opportunity for construction and building material companies to innovate and create sustainable roofing solutions. - **Baby Care:** Baby care companies can incorporate eco-friendly practices and support diaper recycling initiatives to promote a circular economy. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Environmentally Conscious Baby Diapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treefree-diapers1.md) - [Fungi-Powered Diapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycodigestible-diaper.md) - [Disposable Cotton Diapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disposable-cotton-diaper.md) - [Reusable Baby Care Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodnest.md) - [Recyclable Kid-Friendly Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-dish-1.md) - [Advanced Diaper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamshields.md) - [Philanthropic Diaper Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthybaby1.md) - [Odor-Absorbing Diaper Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diaper-can.md) - [Eco-Focused Toilet Paper Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sainsburys-toilet-paper.md)