Becothings

Becothings are passionate about fun products that are good for the environment and are constantly looking at new materials and fresh ideas for eco alternatives to everyday products. Let´s face it, we all need to do our bit.

All Becothings have been designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible. This means we don’t just look at functionality, we also study product life cycles. Things like potties often end up in landfill sites, so it’s important that we plan ahead. With the right materials and the right design Becothings try to have as little environmental impact as possible.

The most important material in the Becothings range is their plastic replacement made from natural plant fibres. It is actually a biocomposite which means it is a mix of biodegradable materials. Around 80% of the material is made up of fibres from bamboo and rice husks. Rice husks are a by-product of rice production, so it is a great material to use as it is normally thrown away! Although you might picture bamboo as tall thin trees, it is actually a breed of grass and so grows incredibly fast. This means all the bamboo Becothings use can be sustainably grown.

Both these materials are mixed with a resin created from amino acids. It is this resin that bonds all the fibres together. Importantly it also allows the mix to break down. When you place a plant fibre product in warm, damp conditions, like a compost heap or buried in the ground, the resin will start to break down. This in-turn allows the fibres to break down, eventually the product will fully biodegrade away. This process will usually take around 2 to 3 years depending on the environmental conditions.