How to Choose the Right Thickness for Your Project
Choosing the right recycled plastic panel thickness can make or break your project. Whether you’re designing a council park bench, creating raised garden beds, or cladding a retail store wall, the structural performance and longevity of your recycled panel hinges on one thing: its thickness. In this guide, we’ll walk through the most common thicknesses, […]
Government Incentives for Recycled Materials in Construction
Sustainable construction isn’t just good for the environment and it’s also increasingly rewarded by government incentives. From grants and rebates to local procurement mandates, Australia’s state and federal governments are backing builders who choose recycled materials like our plastic panels. This guide breaks down the key incentive programs and how architects, builders, developers, and councils […]
Plastic Pollution in Australia: How the Building Industry Can Help
Plastic pollution in Australia isn’t just an environmental issue, it’s an opportunity for the building industry to lead the transition to a more sustainable future. With construction materials being a major source of landfill and environmental impact, integrating recycled plastic products into building and infrastructure projects can help drastically reduce plastic waste. This article explores […]
From Waste to Worth: Transforming Plastic into Durable Products
Plastic waste is one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time. But what if plastic could have a second life not as pollution, but as purpose-driven products that last for decades? At Resourceful Living, that’s exactly what we do. We take everyday plastic waste and transform it into long-lasting, beautiful, and functional materials […]
What Happens to Recycled Plastic? Behind the Scenes of Our Process
Ever wondered what actually happens after you toss a plastic milk bottle into a recycling bin? While many assume it ends up in landfill, the truth is that plastic could become a bench, wall panel, or garden bed. At Resourceful Living, we’ve built our entire operation around a simple but powerful idea: turning waste into […]
Why Designers Love Recycled Plastic Panels
Designers today are under more pressure than ever to deliver spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also sustainable. Whether working in interior, landscape, or commercial design, the demand for eco-conscious materials is rising fast. Recycled plastic panels check every box: they’re bold, versatile, low-maintenance, and environmentally responsible. That’s why more architects, interior […]
Outdoor Furniture Made From 100% Recycled Plastic: Is It Durable?
Recycled plastic outdoor furniture is gaining popularity but is it actually built to last? That’s the question councils, landscape architects, schools, and homeowners are asking when choosing materials for outdoor settings. The answer? Absolutely. At Resourceful Living, our recycled plastic furniture has been rigorously tested in real-world Australian conditions coastal, inland, humid, dry and it […]
Recycled Plastic in Commercial Fit-Outs: Real-World Case Studies
Recycled plastic panels are no longer limited to playgrounds and park benches. Today, they’re transforming retail stores, cafés, offices, and public buildings across Australia. Durable, sustainable, and aesthetically modern, recycled plastic is quickly becoming the go-to material for eco-conscious commercial fit-outs. In this article, we explore real-world case studies and applications, highlighting how architects, designers, […]
5 DIY Projects You Can Create Using Our Recycled Plastic Sheets
Recycled plastic sheets are more than just sustainable they’re a practical, durable, and easy-to-use alternative to traditional materials like timber, MDF, or plywood. Made from 100% Australian post-consumer plastic waste, our sheets are designed for everyday builders, weekend warriors, and professionals who want to create low-maintenance projects that last. In this post, we walk through […]
Creative Ways to Use Recycled Plastic in Landscaping
Why Recycled Plastic is Transforming Landscaping Recycled plastic is changing how landscapers, councils, and urban planners build outdoor spaces across Australia. Unlike timber, it doesn’t warp, crack, split, or require chemical treatments to survive harsh weather conditions. It’s durable, low-maintenance, and fully recyclable making it the perfect material for sustainable landscaping in 2026 and beyond. […]