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2ndliferesin, a family project that transforms waste into pieces that reflect a commitment to sustainability
Reusing waste generated in the production of surfboards, such as resin and fiberglass, 2ndliferesin transforms them into unique pieces, functional and aesthetically striking.
Founded in 2020 By Ana Catarina Antunes, in collaboration with brother and mother, This family business was born from the desire to find concrete solutions for the reuse of end-of-life materials — with a special focus on waste from the production of surfboards, such as resin and fiberglass.
During the manufacture of boards, a significant amount of surplus resin and other composite materials is generated which, traditionally, end up in landfills. 2ndLifeResin reverses this logic, collecting and reusing this waste as raw material for new products.
Common carefully designed production process, the brand transforms this waste into useful objects for everyday life, as bases, candle holders or decorative pieces, aligning with the principles of the circular economy. In addition to the reuse of materials, A 2ndliferesin aposta if minimum energy consumption by water recycling, reinforcing its commitment to responsible production with low environmental impact.
Each piece is unique — both because of natural variability of the raw material, that offers unpredictable colors and textures, like fur original and exclusive design that characterizes the brand’s visual identity. These products are not just functional: are also aesthetically relevant, created to enhance the domestic environment and tell a story of regeneration.
2ndLifeResin's innovation extends beyond the final product: to brand encourages customers to return items at the end of their usefulness, offering in exchange a discount voucher. These returned products are crushed and incorporated into production again., creating a closed cycle, continuous and regenerative.
The brand mainly attracts conscious consumers, sustainable decoration stores, spaces linked to the surfer lifestyle and companies seeking personalization with reduced environmental impact. 2ndliferesin It is not just a brand - it is a movement that transforms waste into opportunities and design into ecological awareness.
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