Eco-Friendly Alternatives for Sticky Tape as Online Searches Soar 300%, New Research Reveals
New research from sustainable accessories brand, Wave, has found a 300% surge in online searches for ‘biodegradable sticky tape’ and ‘recyclable sticky tape’, indicating that Brits are becoming more eco-conscious this Christmas.
According to Business Waste, six million rolls of sticky tape are bought in the UK around the festive period. With used sticky tape taking 500-1000 years to biodegrade, its environmental impact is detrimental.
Sustainable accessories brand, Wave, has shared three hacks to eliminate sticky tape use this Christmas to help Brits reduce their plastic consumption.
Hessian wrapping paper
Using hessian fabric instead of wrapping paper gives you reusable wrapping material you can use every year and requires zero tape.
Hessian is organic and fully biodegradable, creating a rustic look to your gifts, and it can be decorated with sustainable accessories like foliage to add festive cheer.
Wrap your present as you would with paper, and tie a knot or bow to secure it. You can then reuse the fabric for other gift occasions, too.
The no-tape method
New research from sustainable accessories brand, Wave, has found a 300% surge in online searches for ‘biodegradable sticky tape’ and ‘recyclable sticky tape’, indicating that Brits are becoming more eco-conscious this Christmas.
According to Business Waste, six million rolls of sticky tape are bought in the UK around the festive period. With used sticky tape taking 500–1000 years to biodegrade, its environmental impact is detrimental.
Sustainable accessories brand, Wave, has shared three hacks to eliminate sticky tape use this Christmas to help Brits reduce their plastic consumption.
Hessian wrapping paper
Using hessian fabric instead of wrapping paper gives you reusable wrapping material you can use every year and requires zero tapes.
Hessian is organic and fully biodegradable, creating a rustic look to your gifts, and it can be decorated with sustainable accessories like foliage to add festive cheer.
Simply wrap your present as you would with paper, and tie a knot or bow to secure it! You can then reuse the fabric for other gift occasions, too.
The no-tape Method
String and twine are great plastic-free alternatives to tape and can be easily composted or reused.
Natural-coloured string and twine is perfect for a rustic look, and you can tie a sprig of holly through the bow for a festive finish.
For more hacks on how to enjoy Christmas sustainably, visit here.
