Turning Plastic Waste into 100% Recycled Tiles ♻️

By popular request we're showing you our process of making 100% recycled plastic coasters, with a particular focus on how the moulds work. These are made from 100% post-consumer plastic waste that we collect, clean, dry, sort, shred and inject using our injection moulding machine. These could also be used for tiling, which we really want to try in a future video!
We've had about 20 giant bags of milk bottles sat in our shed for a good few months now, so we thought this would be a good opportunity to shred through the lot of them. For everyone's sake we didn't show all of them otherwise this video would have been MUCH longer. Obviously not everyone has these machines to make these themselves, but we've got another video on our channel we shows you how to make coasters using super basic tools: bit.ly/2TWGdaD
But if you don't fancy cracking our your panini press then these coasters are for sale on our website over at www.brothersma...
If you are interested in the machines we use in this video, then head on over to www.plasticpreneur.com and see what they're all about.
We hope you enjoy the video!
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[@BrothersMake]

Thank you for watching our latest video! If you'd like to buy our sets of coasters then we sell them on our website - they make great gifts! www.brothersmake.com/shop/p/coasters. Thanks and have a great day! ♻️🤙🏽

[@amandasnider2644]

I'm curious, how many coasters can you make in a day? Or better question, if you mix the pre-ground plastic together from start to finish how long do the three coasters take to make?

[@jtsmeth4411]

Hey brothers make, I'm really liking y'all guys project, really beautiful stuff, i just one question, how much did plastic preneur machines cost?

[@BrothersMake]

Depending on the grade of HDPE we are using, a full hopper takes between 5-9 minutes to melt. Then maybe 2 minutes to inject and refill. The demoulding can be done whilst the next batch is melting to save time, so roughly 10 minutes for 3 coasters. All our colours are pre mixed, we just did one from scratch for this video ☺️☺️

[@BrothersMake]

Thank you! You can contact Plastic Preneur for a price list 🤙🏽

[@MILES_-tf5td]

Hi can I make coasters and sell

[@JohnMadeit]

It would be interesting to see a video of your process on designing and making the moulds. Would be a good collab with precious plastics.

[@BrothersMake]

That'd be really cool, good idea John 🤙🏼

[@leandrogaldeano7731]

If those hexagons were a little thinner they would be awesome as game board tiles, like the ones in Catan. You guys are doing an amazing job! Do you keep any sort of record of how much plastic you've recycled so far? It would be great to know how much plastic hasn't ended up in the ocean or landfills thanks to you and your community.

[@BrothersMake]

Great shout! Yes we have records of everything we have saved and sold. Will have to do a total at some point!

[@leandrogaldeano7731]

@@BrothersMake thanks! I'll be looking forward to your next video!

[@dancoles2235]

Yes; like HeroScape tiles too.

[@OCWatchCatMEOW]

@@BrothersMake Why don't you have the count right now?

[@Burgeonite]

This would be awesome! Would love to get other types of game markers, pieces, etc. that go missing in recycled plastic.

[@plasticpreneur5119]

no one can make our machines and moulds shine more than you do

[@kayleysaunders4589]

Are you the one who makes the plastic shredder and the plastic melter that is shown in this video? How much are they and where do you ship to?

[@michaelsmith740]

This could also be a really cool looking table top for a side/end, nightstand, dining table inlay. I can also see making a stool top with these and trimming the excess for recycling.

[@BrothersMake]

That'd look awesome, we were actually discussing this idea the other day. Thanks for watching!

[@melindanicole9116]

Very cool! Something I don't understand is why plastic waste isn't melted down into logs or bricks and then used to make sheds or even houses. Especially, for tiny homes for people who are without a home.

[@zed804]

Love these! I'd like to see this turned into flooring.

[@lantourismo7352]

Geometric tiles, do a bathroom in these!

[@barbarahallowell2613]

That's what I came here hoping for. I mean you could tile and grout these right? One side would be better NOT to be so smooth, but wow, wouldn't it look great? Or for a backsplash??? Wouldn't that work? If one side had the grooves in it to catch the mastic???❤😊

[@alexandrep4913]

Guys, there is a reason why bathroom tiles are actual tiles of ceramic/stone/marble.

[@yvetterobertson2770]

Backsplash tiles for kitchen or bath. Will have to play with that idea... Thanks Guys!

[@BrothersMake]

It would look awesome!

[@MostlyPosative-nj5ex]

I enjoy the diy videos of recycling plastic. These videos make me feel like I’m watching the inside of a small scale injection molded plastic factory. Normal people don’t have those tools.

[@johannplasto]

Perfect video for my morning coffee ☕️👌

[@katecoombes1000]

Or an evening Rum n coke. But a coffee does sound good.

[@tophlaw4274]

@@katecoombes1000 a splash of rum in coffee? :D

[@leandrogaldeano7731]

You could have an amazing coaster for that cup of coffee wink wink

[@katecoombes1000]

Been a fan of plastic for a long time, Built the Granulator that Precious plastics designed. Never been used. Just after building it i had to move and its been in storage for the past 4 years. Still collecting HDPE, Now I'm thinking it's time to do something with it.

[@jhsevs]

My situation is the same. I've moved multiple times, started studies, finished studies, started a company, got into trouble with being scammed, lost motivation, stopped the company, regained motivation, and now I'm looking for a job so I can afford a place to live and not feel like shit. I really hope I find the time to start recycling again.

[@jhsevs]

I designed some mods for thw shredder that I never got around to make or post about. A 3d printed grate was one of them.

[@jon545]

Its about time lol . It would've driven me nuts to go to all of that trouble to not use it

[@jocraxula]

yes yes yes hopefully you are doing so! Congrats you brilliant minds should show your ideas to the world we need yous !

[@Hey_Jamie]

What a weird thing to be a “fan” of lol

[@doreenwatson-read]

I would love a whole wall tiled with these, just gorgeous. Your work for the environment is absolutely fantastic. thank you, you are a true inspiration. your videos and work should be shown in schools.

[@birdwatchingwithdrrajasaur4410]

That awkward moment when you realize that in this video... *SHREDDER IS SAVING TURTLES!!!*

[@BrothersMake]

🐢🙌🏼

[@SollersScrappingandDiving]

Just joined you from a recommendation from a YT friend, I make coasters (and resin sculptures) out of e-waste, so really looking forward to this👍 Have set reminder!

[@SollersScrappingandDiving]

@@BrothersMake That was brilliant (unfortunately I missed the premier) the next gift I buy will be some of those for sure! Love the ethos guys! Well done 👍

[@BrothersMake]

Amazing! Thanks so much for watching 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@TokasageauX]

Thank you for being inspiring to recycle. And creative to make art

[@BrothersMake]

Of course!

[@daninb8939]

Those raspberry ripple tiles are so pretty!

[@marianaavk]

i wish more companies do this

[@matteobellin6818]

Guys you are really inspirational. Thank you for taking recycling so seriously!!

[@divinenonbinary]

These would look absolutely fantastic in a rainbow set!

[@paulmorton-kemp3172]

Hi. Really got into plastic recycling after watching your videos. Made my own slab mould this morning and trying it out. Cheers. Paul in Essex but from Bournemouth originally

[@mildredthegoat8340]

I saw the thumbnail and thought the tiles looked nice which prompted to me to watch the video, but I was not prepared for how beautiful they were when you opened the mould! Everyone slightly different swirls and patterns!

[@sarahhardy8649]

Can you imagine those as a tessalated splashback. They’d be fantastic.

[@BrothersMake]

This is something we want to do!

[@paulawagener2813]

Hi, this is exactly the kind of thing I was thinking of, using these on a more extensive basis such as bathroom, mosaic tiles or splashback. Do these work/hold in grout or how would that work? Has anyone asked about using these as bricks and whether there is a substance that can be used to hold them in place if they are suitable. Not very fire safe I would imagine

[@barbarahallowell2613]

I think you'd want onside to have some grooves, or not be smooth so they can grab the mastic when tiling. Other than that I don't see how they wouldn't work.

[@DVD927]

Knowing about plasticpreneur will be a game-changer. I have arthritis & my hands are so sore from cutting up a laundry detergent container 2 days ago. I couldn’t cut the entire thing & I harvested about 3/4 cup of white HDPE.

[@schrodingerskitten7206]

BRO this is so good because hexagons are GOATED. you can make so much stuff with this :O

[@jackjones8016]

Just wondering what you use to stamp the hdpe logo onto products with, thanks

[@jackjones8016]

@@BrothersMake Thanks, but unfortunately they have sold out!

[@BrothersMake]

That’s a shame! There may be other sellers around - will let you know if we find any!

[@jackjones8016]

@@BrothersMake Thanks, apreciated!

[@tobypainter9493]

Nicely done lads

[@samsoulee]

Daaaaamn, those tiles are actualy nice !!!! I would totaly use them in my bathroom or for my kitchen credenza

[@pattywanamaker9613]

Beautiful love the colors

[@chhandasamanta2793]

Hi, I like your idea of making plastic products using recycled plastic materials. I am a Fashion student and sometimes on my second year I have used the idea of reusing plastic on my project. So, good luck and wishing more to see great ideas like this!

[@Animal3Lover3]

You guys gained a subscriber… this was so satisfying to watch and the coasters are so pretty and it’s awesome that you give plastic a new life; how it could stay in theory forever and never need replacement

[@MegaEricPham]

This was amazing! I'm quite behind on your videos but I have some potential ideas for recycling as well. 1. Turning them into (kid-friendly) weapons 2. Armor/ apparel 3. (Juggling) Balls 4. Totes/storage boxes 5. Phone cases? 6. Cup holders? I'm still Workshopping ideas but I thought it'd be fun and useful for the stuff I listed.

[@ericeinsmann5559]

@2:30 Raspberry Ripple sounds like a flavor of ice cream.. Yet somehow I don't think these coasters would be that tasty.. 😜

[@BrothersMake]

Haha not quite as tasty!

[@sabrinasergi6468]

Complimenti, sembrerebbe quasi una dimostrazione di ciò che si può fare con la raccolta della differenziata inerente la plastica. Cose utili e necessarie. Grazie. Sabrina 😃👍🏼👋🏼

[@KamalFharaby]

I think, you can make a drum shell from recycle plastic and will be unique with multi colour output 😁✌

[@barbarahallowell2613]

This is just what I was wondering about!!!

[@josmith220]

😲I'm awed . and flabbergasted all a once. . . 😲 And that's sayin' a lot since I'm gonin' on 80yrs old and been around that block more than once! 🤣 😯

[@nickdrew1859]

I just found your channel today and I'm loving this reuse of plastic. I'm glad you dont burn the stuff to use it because there is a video floating around saying you can recycle bottles into pathway stones but they use a temperature so high it releases black smoke and I'm like I thought it was to reduse pollution.

[@jon545]

Hiya fellas ! Those coasters are cool and we are waiting on a mold for making them too . I also finished a completed mallet and even finished the handle with stain :) Have a great day

[@pillowprince]

can you use your extruded plastic as 3d printer filaments?? LOVE YOUR CONTENT!

[@surfsup5592]

I love recycled plastic tiles

[@frikkiesmit327]

I started with 3d printining but also keen on making use if recycle plastic.

[@jhsevs]

I have legitimately only one question. Where do you get all your bottle caps from?

[@eduardoempresario]

regards again from Costa Rica. I love your creations, I am doing my handicrafts, surfboards, and turtles to do keyholders, Be well and thanks for your ideas

[@elenastennett8660]

These would make excellent coasters!

[@viviancovington7813]

I love the colors! ❤️

[@darosacosplaysalto]

Lok awsom decorate a bathroom or kitchen as they look like tiles and could be very nice. it would be interesting to make a sink made of recycled plastic to

[@dansmith4749]

Where do you get your moulds from Are they custom made ??

[@BrothersMake]

Most of ours came from Plastic Preneur - same place we got the machines!

[@plasticpreneur5119]

Hi, if you are inteseted in some custom moulds just hit us up via mail :)

[@hartmanartsource]

When I see this, I start thinking of ways I could use this stuff to make tiles for the backsplash and shower of the bus I will be building out, so I can travel all over North America and make virtual field trip videos for students who can’t get out to the many beautiful, cultural, or educational locations on this continent! Heck, I’d love to make a field trip to your facility to teach kids about the power of recycling!

[@Nocewoodshop]

Absolutely gorgeous work

[@zachrowe1511]

How much would a setup like this cost? I’d love to start a recycling business

[@Alexey_Timoshevskiy]

Wow

[@yogaforsuccess]

That's a pretty smart solution

[@Oneminutevideo01]

Wow 😮

[@askeasily4381]

Designs were good

[@mammothfilms]

I’ve just discovered this awesome hobby and have been loving the experimentation and imagination process. Unfortunately, I’ve also noticed the tops of my hands have become red and itchy; nothing on the fingers or palms. This started around the same time I was running detergent bottles through the scroll saw and melting the pieces in the toaster oven. Has anyone here ever heard of an allergic reaction the HDPE after it is cut and melted?

[@elmtreeoriginals8315]

Did you use heat at any stage? Did you just compress the little pellets?

[@lisamarieetheridge1259]

This is the most amazing thing 😍 bravo guys!! 👏

[@qwertyqwerty6207]

Круті гексагони!

[@jocraxula]

thank you loved to watch so very artistic and the machinery man wows the using of recycled materials hopefully more projects and ideas like this so we help ease the pollution on plastic waste with useful and cool stuff thank u are inspiration

[@9BallstheGame]

Although your videos are very informative on recycling bottle tops, my problem is the plastic grocery bags (I have bags of these bags). I want to use them to make the coasters, blocks, anything. Can you do a video using those (usually white, sometimes blue ) bags?

[@carlosalbertocastelli3425]

Hello Brothers Make, I started to see your videos, they are very good and they made me excited to work with plastic, thanks and greetings from Argentina

[@djocoffee]

Very nice

[@miles67733]

What is your mold made out of? Aluminum or steel??

[@gyncabreramendoza]

Been a fan, hope you can make a PLASTIC HOLLOW BLOCK, it will be good as replacement of traditional hollow blocks waiting for the video of that.

[@amitapareek5388]

Lots of love and blessings from India 🇮🇳🙏 amazing and very functional ideas to get rid of huge plastic waste 👍😇 Our entire earth 🌎 wants more people like both of you 😇

[@DyslexicAnaboko]

How many times can HDPE be melted and remolded?

[@carmensimmons3633]

I've always been and was thought to recycle. And looking at your video/instruction I wish I have the machines to make different usefull products. Did you make the machines and where can I get the machines ??? Plastic we have enough on this tiny island where I live. Your work is super. And thank you very very much for sharing. Keep up the good work. Hope more and more people on this planet can join you in recycling. (I'm one of them whom really would love to).

[@GamesLipeJosy2024]

nosso essa ideia é muito legal, uma sugestão de um novo produto para vocês, quilhas de plancha de surf ia vender muito

[@dursenoz5723]

Wawww cool.Mann kann auch so ein 70 er Jahre Wandbord / Raumteiler machen.Oder ein Tisch.Würde voll gut ausschauen.🙂👍

[@user-wv9qx5qn5f]

Friends, I watch your channel with pleasure! I think that you are doing the right thing. I would like to share one idea for your store and channel. There is a toy "yo-yo". It is easy to manufacture, especially with your capabilities. A useful thing for the development and training of arm muscles. I will be glad if it is useful for you! (Let the dirt and debris serve the good and the good.)

[@BrothersMake]

Thanks so much, and nice idea - we'll add it to the list! 💡

[@margueritecruz6909]

I missed how the plastic went from chips to liquid. Beautiful work 🥰

[@BrothersMake]

Thank you 😊

[@petes3011]

bathroom panels and splashbacks.? Less cutting/shaping for you guys. Do you make/sell sheets/boards for to sell for self make projects.??

[@Niko-td7ok]

What is that grinding machine you have? Is it something you can buy or did you make it?

[@closeupchannel4365]

You should try to make your own 100% recycled 3d printing filament (if you haven't already) and then you can print more complicated objects without having to make molds.

[@Onkarr]

I'm curious to know if the hopper design was to stop people putting arm into the shredder... Great work btw 🎉🙏🏾🖖🏾

[@salvadorpasco492]

Hi watching here from phillipines, that plastic trash is a global problem, i was just like the others like you who wanted to build a solution for these plastic trash problems, unfortunately financial problems is a big hold up to these, we just hope and pray that some people who have lots of extra funds do a project like yours, for if we take a look at it, plastic waste is free but lots of efforts has to be done.

[@binaweide3543]

👈🏽💡💙🦊 GREATEST IDEA EVER 🦊💙💡👉🏽

[@pollyg562]

have u tried a quick release from a bike wheel or seat clamp????

[@eddebrock]

Hexagons are bestagons!

[@prisbzt9741]

Absolutamente geniais. Eu consumir práticos até onde da e já vejo uma diferença até na vida financeira.

[@RegalRubi]

This is totally amazing and should be applied on waste present and for the future we should stop using plastic.

[@coloreye7963]

What do you guys prefer to use? LLDPE, LDPE, HDPE or does it matter as long as it is PE?

[@Mimi-zk8rq]

Can these plastic produce also melt when they encounter fire? Do they brake or are they just like other tiles and pavers?

[@mariamanya5142]

Can u make diff shapes or sizes of them. They look great btw!;)

[@gaian2000]

My sister has always wondered why they can't use some plastics for recycle. If you can turn sand into glass and petroleum into plastic...

[@Militant_Vegan]

Yoo but some of them actually look really good tho. So many time with recycling the stuff just looks ugly. But those look dope

[@BrothersMake]

Thanks!

[@Rouverius]

Please pardon me as I repeat myself… This seriously cool.

[@BrothersMake]

Thanks so much!

[@thomascanongo2788]

interesante estrategia para la recuperación del plástico desechable y al hacerlo re-utilizable le estamos de cierto modo prolongando la vida al planeta y a nosotros mismos, espectacular por demás cuando de este modo se pueden obtener ingresos adicionales ......................

[@Onkarr]

4:16 😍

[@brigittepeyraga3409]

Waaaao idée génial bravoooo

[@skyrocketcoast219]

Very cool! Excellent job.

[@MrElwood1985]

Truly inspiring!!

[@Bleepbleepblorbus]

You know what would a good (but obscure) idea for a KZbin crossover? Brothers make + City prepping Will probably never happen, but I can see how this would fit together

[@jxavier3876]

Is that an electric shredder? Im trying to build my own so I’m wondering, if it is electric, what rpm is the drive motor?

[@woozzy64happy84]

Could i use something like this as a floor tiles in a craft room or even kids room?

[@kayleysaunders4589]

Where did you get the plastic shedder and plastic melter and the forms for the coasters/tiles from??? I want them!!!!! I am an up-cycle crafter too(well at least I’m trying to learn).

[@jeremyf.2706]

I wonder how those would stand up as flooring tiles?

[@susanmagalas3074]

thinking the same thing! I can picture these as flooring in a day care or kindergarten.

[@albertorosales2710]

Extraordinario

[@ezaansaiyed3636]

I'm puzzled to see how precise the surface of the tiles came out. I've only recently begun working on the injection machine and the tiles that are coming out are severely warped and the surface is deformed. I've had multiple attempts but can't seem to get a nice flat surface. And the warping has also been inconsistent. Sometimes it is too much, sometimes it is less. But it's always there. What's the trick? What am I doing wrong?

[@ecoplarncreations4128]

I’m having a similar problem 😢