Backpacks made from vinyl billboard banners

Description

Backpacks made from vinyl banners (PVC)

Turn waste into wonder—grab our stylish backpack upcycled from banners and carry sustainability wherever you go!

Material:   This water-resistant backpack is crafted from repurposed soft banner material, a polyester-based fabric that is lightweight, flexible and breathable. Banner material is known for its durability, weather-resistant, and quick-drying properties, making it ideal for everyday use. Each bag is secured with a strong zip and is one-of-a-kind, showcasing distinctive patterns and vibrant, fade-resistant colours due to the varied polyester materials used. Additionally, these backpacks are fully brandable, allowing for custom logos or designs to create a personalized touch.

Description:  This eco-friendly backpack is crafted from upcycled banner material, giving new life to durable fabric while reducing waste. Designed for both style and practicality, banner material known for its strength and weather resistance, ensures the backpack can withstand both indoor and outdoor conditions, drying quickly after exposure to rain.  Inside, soft lining from recycled knitted polyester for added comfort and protection. A convenient exterior zippered pocket provides easy access to notebooks and stationery, making it perfect for students and professionals on the go. The spacious main compartment, secured with a strong zip, is ideal for carrying schoolbooks or larger items. If you want to use the backpack as a laptop bag, it’s fully customizable to include an interior pocket or a custom-fit compartment. We’ve prioritized durability, reinforcing the straps and seams to ensure extra strength where it’s needed most. The backpack is also UV-resistant, stain-resistant, and machine washable. You can even personalize the fabric and colour options to suit your style.

• ***Difference between Billboard Banner (Vinyl) backpack and soft Banner (Knitted Polyester) backpack:
  Billboard Banner (Vinyl): Made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) combined with polyester fabric for reinforcement. It has a plastic-like feel and is often treated for weather resistance. Glossy or matte finish, it has a more industrial, polished look. Heavier due to its thick PVC coating and reinforcement. It’s designed to withstand outdoor conditions, making it bulkier. Rigid and stiff, though it can be flexible to some extent. Extremely durable, resistant to tearing, weather, and UV radiation. Ideal for outdoor use in harsh conditions. Completely waterproof.

• Banner (Polyester based Fabric): Made from polyester fibers, which are synthetic. It has a softer, flexible texture, and is more like regular fabric. Matte, soft, and more understated in appearance. Designs on polyester can be printed or dyed with less sheen than vinyl. Lighter and thinner. It’s easy to handle, fold, and pack, making it ideal for everyday use. Less durable compared to vinyl, but still strong for fabric standards. It’s lightweight and breathable but can wear down faster when exposed to constant weather or abrasion. Water-resistant but not waterproof.

Environmental impact: Using recycled banner material to make backpacks has a significant positive environmental impact. By repurposing these durable, weather-resistant materials, we prevent them from ending up in landfills, where they would take years to degrade. This process reduces the demand for virgin materials like plastic or synthetic fabrics, conserving energy and raw resources used in manufacturing. It also cuts down on carbon emissions associated with both production and waste management. Furthermore, this upcycling initiative encourages a circular economy, promoting sustainability by giving new life to materials that would otherwise be discarded.

Contact:  For more information or to discuss options contact winnie@upcycle.co.za

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