Based in Muizenberg (Cape Town), NewLife Plastics manufactures outdoor furniture and structures using 100% recycled plastic packaging (such as plastic bags, bottle caps, milk bottles and jars).
By using no wood-based fillers such as sawdust, we produce high-density, maintenance-free products that last for decades.
We also provides employment locally and is licensed for export.
Product Range
NewLife Plastics offers a broad selection of outdoor furniture and structures, including:
- Picnic sets
- Garden benches (including commemorative benches for schools, parks and sports clubs)
- Tables, chairs & stools
- Outdoor sets and sun-loungers
- Tree huggers
- Garden gates, walkways & decks (structures, not just furniture)
- Fencing (e.g., picket fencing) customised to client requirements
- Kids’ furniture for schools and day-care centres: durable, non-toxic and splinter-free
Product examples with specifications include a “Muizenberg 6-seater” table (approx. 1 700 mm length, 125 kg weight) available in multiple colours.
And a “Paarl Bench 4-Seater” (1 850 mm length, approx. 68 kg) also in multiple colours.
Key Features & Benefits
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Durability & Low Maintenance
Because the furniture is manufactured from recycled plastics without wood or sawdust fillers, the products do not rot, split or require annual sealing, painting or sanding (unlike traditional wood outdoor furniture).
Screws are countersunk to avoid rust, edges are smoothed to eliminate splinters and broken planks.
The lifetime expectancy is over 60 years.
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Weather-Proof & Robust
These products are suitable for harsh environments – sun, wind, rain, sea-air – and can withstand outdoor use year-round without warping, weathering or fading.
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Sustainable & Environmentally Responsible
By using waste plastic packaging that would otherwise accumulate in landfills or the environment, NewLife Plastics helps divert plastic waste.
Since no wood fillers are used, the demand for virgin timber is reduced, which supports sustainability efforts.
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Aesthetic & Customisable
Furniture comes in multiple colours (brown, blue, green, charcoal/black) and can be customised for specific projects, making them visually compatible with gardens, parks, commercial outdoor spaces or private patios.
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Cost-Effectiveness Over Time
While upfront cost may be comparable to quality outdoor furniture, the long lifetime and lack of maintenance mean lower total cost of ownership. For example, wood furniture often needs replacement or refinishing; this is largely avoided with recycled-plastic furniture.
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Social Impact
Our local manufacturing facility supports employment in the Muizenberg/Capricorn Business Park area, thereby contributing to community upliftment.
Why Choose Recycled Plastics for Outdoor Furniture & Structures?
- Zero rot, no termites: Plastic won’t absorb moisture the way wood does, which means fewer issues with decay or insect damage.
- No painting, sealing or sanding: Less time and money spent on maintenance.
- Heavy and stable: Because the material is dense, pieces are less likely to blow around in storms and less prone to theft or vandalism.
- Environmental benefits: Reduces waste, diverts plastic from landfill, uses less virgin timber, supports circular economy.
- Longevity: A product that lasts for decades means fewer replacements, fewer resources consumed.
- Design flexibility: Colours, custom sizes and structures (walkways, decks, fencing) allow for creative landscaping and design solutions.
Application Ideas
- Private homes: patios, verandas, beach houses, pool areas
- Schools, day-care centres: durable kids’ furniture, safe and splinter-free
- Parks and sports clubs: commemorative benches, outdoor meeting areas
- Commercial outdoor spaces: cafés, hotels, resorts, beachfront restaurants
- Landscaping & structure use: garden gates, picket fencing, walkways, decking
Summary
If you’re looking for outdoor furniture and structures that combine eco-credentials, durability, aesthetics and minimal maintenance, NewLife Plastics stands out above the rest. Our use of 100% recycled plastic packaging to create clean, robust outdoor furniture means you get a product that performs better than many traditional materials—and supports circular-economy goals in the process.
View our products – recycled plastic outdoor furniture and structures.