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New second-hand hardware store in Hamburg: save scrap for everyone!
The “Schrott bewahre” initiative is starting in Hamburg to sustainably recycle building and craft materials and reduce waste.
New second-hand hardware store in Hamburg: save scrap for everyone!
The “Schrott bewahre” initiative has recently opened its doors in Hamburg-Hammerbrook and offers a secondary point of contact for all craft and building materials. With a sales area of 200 square meters, the new hardware store is aimed at creative minds and sustainability-conscious people. Here, used materials are given a second chance and at the same time help to avoid waste and conserve valuable resources. Loud NDR The association, which has been collecting materials from private individuals, companies and cultural institutions since autumn 2024, is selling almost new pieces at 75% of the market price and heavily used materials for just 25%.
The offer includes a wealth of materials, ranging from wooden slats and metal profiles to textiles and plastic panels. There is no fixed product range, which means the range changes continuously. This makes browsing an exciting journey of discovery for DIY enthusiasts. People working in art, culture, the environment or education even receive a 50% discount, further highlighting the commitment to sustainable creativity.
Creativity in the service of the environment
Another notable goal of “Schrott bewahre” is to offer educational opportunities to raise awareness of waste production and sustainability. Mineralogist Volker Thome emphasizes the resource-intensive construction industry, which consumes around 60 billion tons of material worldwide and is responsible for 40% of global CO2 emissions. There is therefore an urgent need for action to advance the circular economy and promote new thinking. “Scrap keep” should act as a stimulus here.
The Hanseatic Material Administration (HMV) has been a pioneer in this area since 2013 and is now planning a move due to a core renovation, which will also result in a reduction in space. Despite planned funding from the cultural authority, financing the project remains a challenge. But the public's enthusiasm for used materials shows that demand is increasing and more and more people are changing their minds.
Conservation of resources in construction
Another topic that cannot be ignored in this context is resource-saving construction. Experts from the Federal Environment Agency state that suitable planning methods can significantly reduce the use of raw materials. With smart management of material flows, waste can be reduced and the lifespan of existing buildings can be extended through conversion. The development of new recycling technologies and the use of recyclable building materials are also important steps towards sustainability.
Federal Environment Agency points out that buildings today should be viewed as material storage facilities. As an incentive, mandatory material passports could ensure that transparency is created and the important revolution in the construction industry advances. Models for these approaches can now be found in cities such as Vienna, Linz and Graz.
Overall, the new “Schrott bewahre” initiative in Hamburg shows how creative ideas and sustainable approaches can trigger a rethink in the construction sector. Let us be surprised at what the future will bring in terms of reuse and resource conservation!