Coffee grounds are no longer just a by-product of your daily brew. Through material innovation, used coffee grounds can be repurposed into a functional composite material — giving rise to the Coffee Grounds Chair, a seating solution designed with sustainability in mind.
What Is a Coffee Grounds Chair?
The Coffee Grounds Chair is made using a composite material that incorporates up to 30% recycled coffee grounds, combined with plastic board materials and supported by solid wood legs.
By giving discarded coffee grounds a second life, this material innovation helps reduce food waste while introducing a distinctive natural colour and subtle coffee aroma to the finished product.
Arabica & Robusta Collections
The Coffee Grounds Chair is available in the Arabica and Robusta chair and armchair collections. Designed for modern shared spaces, these collections balance visual warmth with practical functionality.
They are suitable for use in:
Cafés and coffee-centric environments
Food courts and casual dining areas
Offices and common spaces
Shaded outdoor settings
Key Material Characteristics
Made with recycled coffee grounds
Up to 30% coffee grounds content
Waterproof surface treatment
Easy to clean and maintain
Suitable for shaded outdoor use
SGS Certified
Why Use Coffee Grounds as a Furniture Material?
Coffee grounds are produced in large volumes globally and are often discarded after brewing. Repurposing them into furniture materials helps:
Reduce food and organic waste
Extend the lifecycle of everyday materials
Introduce more responsible material choices into furniture design
This approach allows sustainability to be integrated into functional, everyday seating.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do coffee grounds chairs smell like coffee?
The material may retain a subtle natural aroma, especially when new, but it is not overpowering and fades over time.
Is the Coffee Grounds Chair suitable for outdoor use?
The chair is treated to be waterproof and is suitable for shaded outdoor environments. Direct exposure to prolonged weather conditions is not recommended.
Is the Coffee Grounds Chair easy to maintain?
Yes. The surface is easy to clean, making it suitable for cafés, food courts, and shared spaces with frequent use.
Is the Coffee Grounds Chair certified for commercial use?
Yes. The chair is SGS certified for safety, strength, durability, and stability.
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