Sustainability

Studio August is committed to ensuring all aspects of the business are operating using environmentally sustainable work practices.

JESMONITE
All pieces are handmade using a composite material called Jesmonite - an environmentally friendly reactive mineral and pure water based acrylic resin. Jesmonite is water-based (rather than solvent-based), making it kinder to the environment. It is also solvent free, with no VOC's.

PACKAGING
All packaging is recyclable or bio-degradable. Our Hex wrap (a sustainable bubble wrap alternative) is 100% compostable and recyclable! We're committed to zero plastic use, so no sticky tape is used in our packaging. We also use bio-degradable packing peanuts that dissolve in water.

TOOLS
Rather than using one-use plastic cups, Studio August uses silicone jugs for mixing resin. This way, we save a heap of Jesmonite by turning them into terrazzo chips, essentially allowing no wastage of the product itself! We also conserve water by recycling and reusing, where possible.

Studio August is always looking at ways of improving our processing to maintain a high level of environmental sustainability. If you have any recommendations, we would love to hear them!

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