The Cardboard Rolls Chair–An Example of Extending a Product Useful Life

Abstract

The paper proposes to demonstrate that reusing is the optimal solution for the end-of-life stage of a product. As an example, the cardboard roll has been chosen. This is a useful supporting product that becomes relatively quickly wasted and is in good condition. Collecting them and with little improvement to their aesthetics it can become a valuable secondary raw material. The authors propose a solution, using these cardboard rolls as components for new products, like furniture. Three chair concepts are proposed and analyzed. The result of this analysis shows that the structure based on reused cardboard rolls resists and has all the qualities required for a product.