It is important that a building site or a construction project uses temporary protection materials as they help to protect surfaces and equipment from being damaged.
There are different types of temporary protection materials, and these range from protecting floors and stairs to walls and windows. These products are made from various materials, including many that are recyclable.
Using recyclable materials and considering sustainability is critical in the construction industry today, and they have many benefits, including reducing costs and enhancing property values.
In this guide, we explore the benefits of temporary protection materials made from recycled materials and highlight specific products you can use.
What are the benefits of using recycled temporary protection materials?
There are many benefits to sustainability in the construction industry, and some of the major advantages of using recycled temporary protection materials are as follows:
Waste reduction
According to a study by The NBS, the UK generated 202.8 million tonnes of waste, and 59% of this waste was from construction, demolition, and excavation work, but there are measures that can be taken to increase resource efficiency.
Using temporary protection materials that are recyclable and recycled building materials will reduce a construction site's overall waste, and it will minimise your landfill use.
Lower carbon footprint and environmental benefits
The environmental benefits of sustainability in the construction industry are far-reaching. By using eco-friendly building materials and practices, it can help to preserve ecosystems, conserve natural resources, and reduce energy consumption.
Using green construction methods can lower your carbon footprint and help promote biodiversity.
Conservation of natural resources
When sustainable building practices are implemented across sites, fewer raw materials are required, and this leads to better resource management and less environmental disruption.
Financial benefits
Using recycled protection materials means they can be used over and over again, which can reduce waste and cost.
The building industry also reports that eco-friendly properties tend to have a higher market value as more consumers become environmentally conscious.
ALSO READ: How to choose the right temporary protection materials
What are recycled temporary protection materials?
Here at Beck, we sell a variety of recycled temporary protection materials, and here we take you through some of the ones you can use on a construction site.
- Protection boards
- Card floor protection
- Rubber matting
- Stair tread protectors
- Damp-proof membrane
Protection boards
A popular floor protection that is recyclable is protection boards that are manufactured from corrugated polypropylene. These products are not only used as long-lasting protection for floors, but they can be used to offer temporary protection for windows, doors, stairs, and walls.
These boards are lightweight, strong, and are tear, puncture, and impact-resistant. They can also be cut to fit any space, which makes them a popular product to use on a construction site.
Card floor protection
Card floor protection products are very eco-friendly, and at Beck, this product comes in a 1.3m x 38m roll to make it easy to apply to the floor of a construction site.
The card floor protection product is made from recycled juice & milk cartons, and it is not only recyclable but water-resistant, too. It offers floor protection from dust, dirt, chips and scratches.
Rubber matting
Our fine ribbed rubber matting is perfect for areas of construction sites that get heavy traffic and can be used in wet and dry conditions.
These mats are non-slip, are manufactured from recycled car tyres, and come in various sizes and thicknesses, so construction workers can pick a matting that suits their needs. On top of the non-slip properties, these mats create a barrier to help protect against cold flooring substrates and provide great sound-dampening qualities.
These mats are also regularly used to create a safe walkway on-site that workers can use to walk between buildings.
Stair tread protectors
If you are looking for temporary floor protection on your site for a staircase, these stair protectors manufactured by Proguard are the perfect choice as they can be used on any staircase.
Made from robust card, the stair protectors can be cut to size with a knife and they prevent damage from foot traffic, impact and spills. They are perfect if you are looking to protect hard floors or carpet stair treads.
What’s more, these stair tread protectors are made from recycled materials and can be used multiple times.
Damp proof membrane
Commonly used as a moisture barrier to prevent moisture from rising into a building, damp-proof membrane products can also be used for temporary roof covering, protecting newly laid floors and other protection applications.
The product is manufactured from recycled materials and is 100% recyclable, making it a popular choice for sustainable construction sites.
ALSO READ: A guide to external ground protection and how to use it
The role of recycled temporary protection materials
As this article has shown, there are a variety of recycled temporary protection materials that you can use, ranging from recycled plastic to products that offer window protection.
At Beck, we offer a wide range of recycled temporary protection products. Browse our range of products or get in touch with any questions about them.
For more tips, guides, and advice, visit our news page.
