TEXTILE house - Sorting & Recycling

TEXTILE house - Sorting & Recycling

Environmental Services

Senec, Region of Bratislava 749 followers

Experts in post-consumer apparel sort-to-reuse | Transforming textile waste into needed resources

About us

For over 20 years, TEXTILE house has been promoting circularity by repurposing discarded textiles into reusable resources, which are reintegrated into the economy through our network of secondhand & vintage clothing stores - and global business partnerships. With a 16,000 m2 sorting center and a 2,500 m2 recycling facility in Slovakia, the company will process around 30,000 tons of textiles in 2024. • Reuse, Recycling, and Minimal Waste Footprint Across Europe: Adhering to the EU’s waste hierarchy, we focus on maximizing reuse — approximately 77% of its processed materials find new life, mostly through its network of 170 second-hand and vintage shops spread across 11 European countries. The remaining 20% is sorted for recycling, contributing to a minimal waste footprint of less than 3%, which is utilized as solid recovery fuel. By emphasizing reuse and promoting recycling, we're not just diverting waste from landfills but also promoting sustainable consumption practices. • Industry Compliance, Data-driven Sorting, Textile Sorting Technology and Cross-Border Partnerships: Our dedication to sustainability is reinforced by the compliance with the Textile Recovery Certification Scheme from KIWA (VHT [NL]), affirming our commitment to high-quality operations and systematic textile recovery processes. Innovative use of data analytics and radio-frequency identification (RFID) solutions enhances sorting accuracy and traceability, while partnerships with technology providers aim to develop efficient sorting solutions tailored to textile waste management challenges. Additionally, as the sole sorting operator under the Refashion (textiles PRO [FR]) agreement in Central and Eastern Europe, we demonstrate our acknowledgment of textile extended producer responsibility and also the significance of cross-border partnerships.

Website
https://textilehouse.sk/sorting-story/?lang=en
Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Senec, Region of Bratislava
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1996
Specialties
Sorting, Reuse, Recycling, Upcycling, Textiles, Logistics, Retail, Wholesale, Retail Solutions, and Preparation for Recycling

Locations

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    Diaľničná cesta 2

    DC18

    Senec, Region of Bratislava Region of Bratislava, SK

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Updates

  • ♻️ The Journey of Recycled Textiles: Cotton Wipers At TEXTILE house, our mission to address global textile waste continues with various recycling solutions. Today, as part of our Journey of Recycled Textiles, we introduce Cotton Wipers. Made from recycled cotton-rich fabrics, Cotton Wipers are the result of meticulous manual sorting. Non-reusable cotton garments, such as T-shirts, towels, and bedsheets, are carefully even-sized cut and repurposed into absorbent, and durable cleaning cloths. These wipers are washable and reusable, making them a reliable solution for industrial cleaning, maintenance, and workshop applications. By creating products like Cotton Wipers, we’re reducing textile waste, conserving resources, and contributing to the circular economy. With over 99 million pieces expected to be sorted at TEXTILE house in 2024, we remain committed to finding innovative ways to extend the lifecycle of fabrics and minimize environmental impact. 🍃 Stay tuned as we continue to share more about our recycled products and their role in building a sustainable future. #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling #TEXTILEHouse #CottonWipers

  • ♻️ The Journey of Recycled Textiles: Introducing Cover Mat At TEXTILE house, we’re turning textile waste into solutions that support sustainability and meet practical needs. As part of our commitment to circularity, we’re excited to introduce Cover Mat, a product born from recycled fibers. Cover Mats are made from unwearable sweaters of synthetic fiber. Using innovative needle technology, these fibers are transformed into a durable, versatile mat, ideal for various applications, from protecting floors during painting and construction to safeguarding surfaces during gardening or furniture transport. In construction, Cover Mat offers an added benefit for freshly concreted surfaces by slowing water evaporation, reducing the risk of cracks. This product is just one example of how we create value from discarded textiles, giving them a second life while reducing waste and resource consumption. Cover Mat exemplifies our vision of a sustainable future where recycled materials not only address environmental challenges but also function in practical ways. Join us on the journey of recycled textiles and see how circular economy principles are reshaping the textile industry! Cover Mat is available in our shops or directly from us for bulk quantities. Whether you need a single mat for a DIY project or a large supply for industrial use, we’ve got you covered. #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling #TEXTILEHouse #CoverMat #TheJourneyofRecycledTextiles

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  • ♻️ The Journey of Recycled Textiles at TEXTILE House At TEXTILE house, we're dedicated to addressing global textile waste through sustainable recycling practices prioritizing resource conservation and waste reduction. ✔️ Our process starts with grading and sorting discarded textiles. Each item is evaluated for its best next life: reuse, recycling, or energy recovery (SRF). Approximately 20% of collected items undergo recycling, reducing textile waste and extending the lifecycle of fabrics. ✔️ For textiles designated for recycling, we sort by fiber composition, considering factors like the source of the fiber (natural, synthetic), fiber purity (higher: 90–100%, lower: 50–89%), and types of blends (containing e.g., polyester, nylon, spandex), as well as whether the fabric is woven or knitted. 🍃 Recycling textiles at scale brings significant environmental benefits, reducing waste and supporting resource conservation. By lowering the demand for virgin materials and reprocessing existing fabrics, EU recycling efforts help reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 1.2 million tons per year*. Stay tuned as we continue to share the journey of recycled textiles at TEXTILE house! *Data from "Does Large-Scale Textile Recycling in Europe Reduce Climate Impact?" by the Swedish Environmental Research Institute (2023). #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling #TEXTILEhouse #TheJourneyofRecycledTextiles

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  • 🌍 We’re proud to be part of the global conversation on sustainability at the United Nations Global Compact 2024 Leaders Summit 🇺🇳🩵 Looking back on our achievements in September, TEXTILE house had the privilege of joining industry leaders and policymakers at the #UnitedNationsGlobalCompact Leaders Summit in NYC during the 79th #UNGeneralAssemblyWeek, collaborating to build a more sustainable and resilient future. Our participation reinforces our commitment to advancing the #circulareconomy and supporting the #UNSustainableDevelopmentGoals (SDGs). As we continue our journey toward impactful change, we’re inspired by the ideas shared and the valuable insights gained during the summit and the events at #NYClimateWeek. We remain dedicated to driving innovation in the circular textile industry and leading by example in #sustainable business practices ♻️ Stay tuned for more updates on how we’re working towards a greener future together 🌱

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  • ✨ Thank you Circular Textile Days! We are glad to have been part of Circular Textile Days one month ago, where sustainable innovation and collaboration were in focus. Alongside with our great partners Cécile Martin from Refashion and Cristofer Ståhlgren from Human Bridge Stiftelse, our Sorting Center Manager Helio MOREIRA had the opportunity to speak about Post-consumer Textile Management, focusing on best practices for highest sort-to-reuse ratios, supportive innovations, and the crucial impact that cooperation unfolds. It was a pleasure to share ideas and experiences that contribute to a more sustainable future for textiles. A big thank you to CTD for organizing such engaging and insightful days. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and collaborations! To all the kind comments and supportive interest on the work we do, from former and new potential partners alike, we thank you for being a part of it! #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #PostConsumerTextiles #Collaboration #CircularTextileDays

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  • 🌱 A big thank you to Circular Slovakia for the fantastic Circular Visit! We were honored to welcome participants from Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and France. Together, we had insightful discussions about Textiles EPR, the evolving EU regulations in textile management, the challenges and opportunities within our industry, and more. The visit highlighted the huge benefit of closer cooperation with various stakeholders. We are excited about the prospects of working together towards sustainable solutions in post-consumer textile management. Once again, thank you Circular Slovakia and Institut Cirkulární Ekonomiky, z. ú. team for coordinating this event with us - and to all participants for making it great! 🌍 Together, we can make a difference! #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #TextileManagement #EPR #EURegulations #TextilesSorting #TextileReuse #TextilesRecycling #CircularTextiles Helio MOREIRA

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  • ✨ Upcycled Pillows Coming Soon! 🇸🇰 We’re thrilled to announce that we received a sample of Upcycled Pillows last week — the result of our collaboration with Ducky Dons Nederland. These eco-friendly pillows will be available in our shops very soon! The pillows are made from 100% recycled materials, featuring a sustainable mix of 30% recycled down and 70% recycled feathers. Here are some interesting facts about the production process:   ✔ Our expert team at Textile House Sorting Center, carefully sorts post-consumer textiles. ✔ 99 million pieces will be sorted at our Sorting Center, only in 2024. ✔ The feathers and down used in these pillows represent 1% of our production but are transported, treated, and transformed into new, high-quality products. ✔ All feathers and down are washed, sterilized, and prepared for reuse by Ducky Dons, ensuring safety and hygiene. ✔ These upcycled pillows meet top standards, including OEKO-TEX Standard 100, NOMITE, and Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certifications. ♻️ Together, we’re helping to reduce waste, promote sustainability, and offer products that benefit both people and the planet. Stay tuned for more updates! #Sustainability #UpcycledProducts #RecycledMaterials #EcoFriendly #CircularEconomy #ComingSoon #Slovakia

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  • 🌍 TEXTILE House is Driving Sustainability in Fashion At TEXTILE House, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. This year alone, we aim to process nearly 30,000 tons of discarded textiles with 77% going towards reuse, around 20% will be recycled, and about 3% can't be recovered for reuse or recycling, therefore will be used as Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF). We're committed to reducing textile waste and making the fashion industry more eco-conscious. If you're passionate about sustainable fashion, check out this insightful article from FashionUnited about our process and join us in sorting for a greener future. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eFRFPQzq #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Fashion #SecondHand #SecondHandFashion

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    Innovative approaches to managing discarded textiles are not just optional; they are essential for the future of fashion. While many solutions are proposed, the effectiveness of some strategies becomes evident through their results. Click here to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eFRFPQzq

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  • One Month to Go! 🗓️We're excited to remind that TEXTILE house will be attending the Circular Textile Days in just one month! This event is a fantastic opportunity to dive into the latest in sustainable textiles and innovative industry solutions. We're looking forward to connecting with fellow experts, exploring innovative developments, and contributing to the conversations that will shape the future of the textile recycling industry. We invite you to join us at this inspiring event. Let's connect, collaborate, and drive the future of sustainable textiles together! See you there! #CircularTextileDays #Sustainability #Innovation #TextileIndustry #CircularEconomy

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    Let's actively showcase sustainable textiles with our actions. TEXTILE house - Sorting & Recycling shines a light on circular textiles at the Circular Textile Days 2024. Textile House has been an industry pioneer for two decades, setting the standard for reusing #post-consumer #textiles in #sustainable products. With their global partnerships and a diverse team representing more than 20 nationalities, they tackle the biggest challenges in the textile waste industry. Why do you want to meet them? ☑️ Witness the transformation of textile waste into products and resources ☑️ Visualise the journey of a discarded textile until it is sorted for reuse or as a recycling resource ☑️ Learn how to maximise the potential for reuse and meet the standards of the EU Waste Directive. ☑️ Discover the reduction of landfill waste through the company's reuse and recycling processes/products. ☑️ Engage in partnerships to strengthen the company's impact and contribute to wider sustainability initiatives. Want to see the circular future in action? Visit Textile House and get inspiration for change. 📅 18 & 19 September 2024 📍 1931Congress Centre, ‘s-Hertogenbosch Hélio MOREIRA

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  • ♻️ Sustainability in Action: Textiles for Recycling ♻️ At TEXTILE house - Sorting & Recycling, we're committed to minimizing waste and maximizing the lifecycle of every garment. During our sorting process, up to 20% of the garments we sort correspond to textiles for recycling. Each piece is carefully separated by material and category, ensuring that every fiber would have the chance for a second life. By categorizing textiles this way, we can efficiently recycle them, reducing their environmental impact. 🌍 Join us on our journey towards a more sustainable future, where every thread counts! 🌱 #Sustainability #TextileRecycling #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #WasteReduction #Recycling #FibersRecycling

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