What We Do ?

Turning “Waste” into “Wonderful”

• Protect and Preserve : By promoting the reduction of waste, the reuse of materials, and the diversion of household items from landfill.
• Collect, Reclaim, Restore, Repurpose, Redistribute unwanted furniture and household materials to individuals,groups and families, prioritising those in financial hardship.
• Benefit the Ards & North Down (AND) Community: Directly benefit Individuals and families facing financial, physical and mental hardships on a daily basis. We hope to encourage the wider general public to participate in our training and activities.
• Specifically : Welcome individuals and Groups in need of training or active learning in repairing, recycling and repurposing quality furniture and household goods. We will provide a space for members/volunteers/trainees to practice skills learning in a safe and nurturing environment.
• The Broader aspect: Build a positive and practical attitude towards waste Reduction, Recycling and Reuse. It is our intention to reach out to local Ards & Bangor businesses and manufacturing communities to see how we might provide a service in recycling discarded products and non harmful waste materials, which may otherwise be sent to landfill or recycled further afield.
• Activities & Benefits: Sourcing unwanted, broken, or discarded furniture and household materials from A&ND residents, businesses and construction clear-outs. Reusing and repairing broken or discarded items to repurpose and revalue by Members/Volunteers who will learn while doing.
• Environmental Benefit: Directly diverting heavy, bulky items from landfill, reduce carbon emissions associated with manufacturing new furniture, and promotes A & ND local circular economic principles.
• Restoration & Repurposing: Upcycling, and transforming reclaimed goods into safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing household items.
• Resource Preservation: Breath new life into materials that would otherwise be destroyed, wood, paint, textiles, and metals.
• Affordable Distribution: Selling or donating the repurposed furniture to the community or referral through associated groups for low-income households.
• Social/Economic Benefit: Help families combat furniture poverty by providing dignified access to essential household goods at a fraction of retail cost through voluntary donations.
• Community Workshops & Training: Running practical sessions in woodwork, upholstery, and furniture repair for members/volunteers, long-term unemployed individuals, or hobbyists.
• Educational Benefit: Boost community resilience, teaches valuable practical skills that can lead to employment, reduces social isolation, and educates the public on sustainable living.

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