Trove Launches “Wallpaper” Made From Powdered Stone
The studio’s first tree-free collection, and it’s no more expensive.
No trees were used in these wall-coverings. And no, they're not made from toxic, off-gassing vinyl, either. Rather, these patterns were printed on a breakthrough material manufactured from eco-friendly powdered stone.
Last week at ICFF, the New York?based design firm Trove -- known for its large-scale repeats -- introduced its first collection on StoneGround, which is made from calcium carbonate (found in marble and limestone) and a small amount of resin (about 20%, overall). Not only does the material save trees, it requires no water for production (meaning no wastewater pollutants) and uses 20?30% less ink than traditional wallpaper (its fiberless surface doesn't absorb ink like tree pulp). And while it has a delicate, silky texture, it's durable and water- and tear-resistant.
Perhaps you're thinking: But at least paper can be recycled. What about stone? Turns out, StoneGround can be recycled right along with #2 plastics. Wait, so is the future of trees in plastics? Now, we're confused.
The StoneGround collection is the same price as Trove's other products: $13?$16 per square foot, depending on the design.
