WHY MARBLE WASTE IS A PROBLEM—AND THE EASY WAY YOU CAN HELP
We can all agree that natural stone adds a beautiful, mesmerising touch to interiors. But what if we told you that for every kitchen slab you see, nearly a third of the marble was discarded?
Marble and other natural stones are widely used in interior design around the world. They’ve become symbols of luxury, elegance, and architectural intrigue. Their beauty is unmatched—the fact that marble forms over millions of years under extreme heat and pressure is a poetic reminder of the Earth’s artistry.
But behind the curated kitchens and perfectly tiled bathrooms lies a surprising truth: a lot of stone goes to waste.
What’s the issue?
During quarrying and processing, up to 30% of marble is wasted—either in extraction, cutting, or polishing. These are often large, functional pieces that get discarded simply because they don’t fit industry size standards.
To put this into perspective: Carrara, Italy alone produces ~3 million tonnes of marble waste every year.
These offcuts aren't damaged or useless—they're just overlooked.
What’s worse, natural stone is considered non-biodegradable in landfill conditions. It doesn’t break down in any meaningful way in our lifetimes. So these pieces take up space in already-overflowing landfills—despite being perfectly usable.
Isn’t marble sustainable though?
Yes—marble has a lower carbon footprint compared to many industrial materials like concrete, steel, and aluminium. But here’s the catch:
Even sustainable materials become unsustainable when we overproduce and underuse them.
Producing excess stone, only to discard a significant portion of it, results in unnecessary carbon emissions and resource depletion.
How can we help?
The first step is simple: awareness. Understanding the cost of overconsumption helps us rethink what we buy—and why.
That’s where FREESP_CED comes in.
We're on a mission to rescue these discarded pieces and give them a second life. Each marble piece we craft is made from off-cut stone, destined for landfill until we stepped in.
A marble coaster may seem small—but it's part of a much bigger shift towards waste-conscious design.
We work with local suppliers to reclaim, repurpose, and reframe what would otherwise be considered waste. Our designs are intentionally multifunctional, helping you buy less—but better.
The bottom line?
We’re not anti-marble. We’re pro-purpose.
We don’t need to stop using marble—we just need to change how we use it. Thoughtfully. Beautifully. Sustainably.
