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Real transformations. Measurable results. See how we help leading brands close the loop on textile waste.

Leroy Merlin

Upcycling Workwear Fleece Jackets and Trousers

Smart and sustainable reduction of used workwear — without disposal. Transforming worn-out employee uniforms into practical accessories for Leroy Merlin staff.

Leroy Merlin upcycling process
900+kg of workwear
6step process
100%Made in Poland
DPPcertified

Step-by-Step Process

01

Sorting

Selecting textiles suitable for reuse

02

Washing

Cleaning materials from work stains

03

Manual Cutting

Avoiding fabric defects, maximizing material use

04

Sewing

Local production in a Polish family sewing workshop

05

Ozoning

Disinfection and odor neutralization of finished products

06

Distribution

Shipping ready accessories to Leroy Merlin branches

The Transformation

Result

Closed loop for 900+ kg of redundant workwear: from waste to useful gadgets. Laptop sleeves and shoulder bags created from employee uniforms, equipped with Digital Product Passports (DPP).

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ING Bank

Upcycling Employee Shirts

Creating practical accessories for employees from used shirts. Creative waste utilization to avoid disposal. Employee involvement gave the project a personal touch and strengthened the sense of shared responsibility for the circular economy.

ING Bank upcycling project
2,300shirts upcycled
6step process
3,600new items
100%Made in Poland

Step-by-Step Process

01

Sorting

By quality and size

02

Pre-washing

As preparation for dyeing stage

03

Dyeing

Shirts dyed in two colors

04

Manual Cutting

Maximizing fabric utilization

05

Sewing

Local production in a Polish sewing workshop

06

Distribution

Shipping ready accessories to bank branches

Transformacja

Result

2,300 upcycled ING collar shirts became closed-loop travel toiletry sets delivered to staff as pre-vacation gifts.

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