SMĪLE

Modular shelving system made of 4,276 chopsticks

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The most sustainable yet unique modular shelf ever. Made of 4,276 recycled chopsticks and construction steel, SMĪLE not only stores around 6.5 kg of CO2 but also maximizes your space and adds comfort to it through its minimalist, durable and timeless design.
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Danie Goin
How do you clean the chopsticks?
Felix Böck
Maker
@daniegoin When we align the chopsticks through our shaker table, anything that doesn’t belong is removed by hand - we don’t use any chemicals or water to clean to avoid any further process of energy or waste streams. The next step is to press them into tiles, which are the working base of all our products. We coat the chopsticks in a water-based resin, which are then transferred into an oven for drying, and into our hydraulic press, both of which are at high temperatures. Imagine tons of pressure and high heat applied on the material over six hours - that sterilizes and removes any trails of contamination or bacteria in our newly formed tiles.
BRCCLI
@daniegoin Unless you owen a resturant which uses chopsticks, is it not more viable to own reusable chopsticks?
Lydia Sugarman
@daniegoin @brccl1 Probably, yes, but there are thousands of people who go to those restaurants and use the disposable chopsticks. This isn't about replacing chopsticks, it's about repurposing a wasted resource and lowering CO2 in the atmosphere. I'd say that's almost better than owning your own chopsticks ... which I do.
BRCCLI
@daniegoin @brccl1 @lydia_sugarman I replied to the wrong person who asked "an I collect chopsticks and send it to your factory to be recycled?"
Felix Böck
Maker
Hey Product Hunters! Felix here, CEO and Founder of ChopValue. I’m super excited to be here! At ChopValue, we have always wanted to make a difference by redefining the term waste to resource. The result was SMĪLE—the only climate-positive modular shelving system proudly made of 4,276 recycled chopsticks and construction steel. With each SMĪLE we store around 6.5 kg of CO2 that otherwise would've been released into the atmosphere. But SMĪLE isn’t about sustainability only. It’s also about a high quality, superior design, and unlimited creativity. With its sleek lines, minimalist, space-saving, and durable design, SMĪLE ideally fits any interior—whether it’s your bedroom, living room, kitchen, children’s room, hallway, office, or business space. And it’s modular too! Create your own combination with the boards, choose your favorite colors and sizes, and mix and match different units to create your own timeless design. To bring incredible comfort and a positive climate home to each of our backers, in the most climate positive way, we are now live on Kickstarter. Check it out, and join us in creating the most climate positive conversation piece! Let me know if you have any questions or suggestions. Felix
Kate Dalessi
That's a great idea! The whole process of making use of something that is considered garbage has always been fascinating for me. And I'm loving your video presentation. Very genuine and cute:)
Felix Böck
Maker
@katyaveremeichik Thank you so much for your kind words :)
Lloyd Janes
What's the installment process?
Felix Böck
Maker
@lloydjanes Within the package, you will find an installation matrix: Step1: Tape the installation matrix on your wall-make sure it’s level and in the approximate location where you want to install your SMĪLE Step2: Use the marks on your installation matrix to determine where you place the frames. Poke a pen or pencil through the paper to mark your frame positions on your wall. Step3: Place your frame on the wall with the screws provided. Use the proper mounting hardware and screws depending on your wall. We have included drywall anchors in case you are installing SMILE on your drywall.
Aniruddha Ingle
I have been reading some of your answers, Mr. Felix. Your attention to detail vis-a-vis your goal to protect the environment is inspiring. It makes me want to turn off my fan in Bombay afternoon weather, haha. Kudos.
Felix Böck
Maker
@aniruddha_ingle1 Thank you so muuch.
Aniruddha Ingle
@aniruddha_ingle1 @felix_bock You are welcome. One of my juniors from high school studies product design in Georgia Tech, she was so thrilled by your design and approach. It really is brilliant.
Clifford Gehee
Do you have other color options?
Felix Böck
Maker
@cliffordgehee Smile comes with 3 colors: Natural, Walnut, Almond. You can check the colors on our Kickstarter page.
Maj Karjalainen
What a great idea, and looks amazing! :)
Felix Böck
Maker
@maj_ Thanks a lot :)
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