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APUC Framework for Sustainable Furniture

Reuse. Re-engineer. Reupholster.

For the last 14 years, we’ve been working in partnership with Scotland’s higher and further education institutions and business community to pave the way for success in sustainable furniture solutions.

Our take back scheme matches businesses who have excess furniture with those seeking a sustainable alternative to buying new. We also encourage direct reuse of furniture by offering re-engineering and reupholstery services to extend the life of redundant furniture.

Reuse

Through our take back scheme, we match businesses and organisations looking to recycle furniture they no longer need with those searching for quality, pre-used furniture. It's a win-win for both sides, promoting the reuse of items that might otherwise end up in landfills.

Re-engineer

It takes just a little bit of imagination to see the possibility in a desk that's no longer fit for purpose. We re-engineer desks, transforming them into functional pieces that can be used for years to come. Extend the life of furniture, minimise your footprint.

Reupholster

We believe that every piece of furniture has the potential for a new life. Soft seating is no exception. Reupholstery allows furniture to fit into new design schemes, new ways of working and learning, new locations; it's an excellent alternative to buying new.

Meet your APUC Framework Account Manager

Michael is your key contact regarding all things APUC and Recycle Scotland. He manages customer relationships, provides product recommendations and ensures all aspects of our framework agreement are working like they should.

Since joining Recycle Scotland in 2022, Michael has managed a range of furniture re-engineering and recycle projects with institutions such as University of Strathclyde, University of Dundee, University of St Andrews, and Glasgow Caledonian University. His dedication to finding sustainable solutions for these universities has made the projects a success, helping them achieve their net zero goals.

Contact Michael

University of Strathclyde

Recycle Scotland has partnered with the University of Strathclyde to provide sustainable furniture solutions across their campus.

The University of Edinburgh

We worked in partnership with the University of Edinburgh and the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) on a project to refurbish 1,400 exam desks.

University of Dundee

We worked with the University of Dundee to re-engineer and reupholster their existing furniture, turning tired and damaged pieces back to looking as good as new.

University of St Andrews

Recycle Scotland has been proudly working with the University of St Andrews throughout the year, our collaborative efforts centred on the re-engineering and reupholstering of their existing furniture.