Recycled Glass Makes Beautiful and Durable Countertops
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Share this on:It’s amazing how crushed glass mixed with a binding agent can create such cool countertops for the kitchen and bath. The companies that make these solid surfaces not only divert waste materials from landfills, but many use sustainable manufacturing processes as well. These eco-friendly alternatives to granite and quartz are offered in a wide variety of colors and edge profiles.
Previously, I’ve written about IceStone, UltraGlas, eco-X, and EnviroGlas products, along with others made with concrete and recycled glass. However, the list of companies offering recycled glass countertops is growing. Here’s a few more:
- Gilasi (pictured here). Chicago, IL. These countertops are composed of 85% recycled glass by weight and come in 24 colors.
- UrbanSlabs. Santa Ana, CA. Finely ground recycled glass makes up the 9 standard colors.
- WF Decor. San Diego, CA. Twelve colors are available in this company’s Vetro Rotto collection.
Tag(s): Green Furnishings, Kitchens And Baths, Recycling
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I’m surprised you didn’t mention Vetrazzo (http://www.vetrazzo.com) which is the original recycled glass surface. It’s been around since 1996 and has a 13-year track record which allows them to offer a 10-year warranty.
Yes, vetrazzo is certainly beautiful and sustainable. In this article, I had provided a link to my previous post where it was listed: http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/03/10/recycled-materials-concrete-cool-countertops/. Thanks for your comment.
we are looking for a manufacturer countertops using recycled glass. we live in buffalo ny. any ideas?
Check out IceStone at http://www.icestone.biz. They manufacture their beautiful, recycled glass countertops in Brooklyn.
Hello,
Just thought I would introduce our company since you are all on the subject of recycled glass countertops. We are Green World Glass and we are a manufacturer of terazzo recycled glass countertops similar to Icestone and Vetrazzo. Our signature design is our integrated bath sinks. We are able to create any color and any size you like all with integrated, matching sinks. That means no more grout or hard to clean areas, keeping your sinks cleaner and more sanitized.Please take a glance at our website http://www.GreenWorldGlass.com
You can also give us a call or email us at anytime with questions.
Dana L. Lange
Green World Glass
http://www.GreenWorldGlass.com
1-888-91 GLASS
info@greenworldglass.com
Hello!
Green Field Recycled Glass Stone Products manufactures 100% recycled glass countertops in Dubuque, IA. We have an 18 “standard” color palette and custom color options. Matching custom backsplashes are also available, even pendent lighting. Please visit our website for more information!
greenfieldstone.com
If you are looking for a recycled glass countertop that really is made from 100% recycled glass [no cements or resins] you might look at GleenGlass. We are one of the few companies worldwide that create all-glass surfaces from recycled glass. Our products look much like beach glass and are extremely durable. Take a look at hppt://www.gleenglass.com
Thanks,
John
John,
I don’t see any mention of glass countertops on your website, but the glasses and tumblers are great.
John from Gleenglass. Are your countertops available in San Diego? They are beautiful. Susan