- UniBond’s Next Generation of Cartridges reduces plastic waste by an impressive 51%thanks to its innovative, recyclable cartridge
- The Next Generation of Cartridges produces 73% less waste than previous cartridges
- The cartridge is made from recycled cardboard, and the plastic cap, nozzle and piston are made from a minimum of 49% recycled plastic, supporting a more sustainable industry
LONDON, UK – October, 2025: The UK is witnessing a surge in large-scale renovation projects including the restoration of iconic football stadiums and local clubs across the country. With football clubs looking to improve their sustainability credentials and developers looking for more eco-friendly building solutions which don’t impact quality, sealant and adhesives experts, UniBond, are encouraging builders to adopt its innovative Next Generation of Cartridges which has the potential to save significant levels of CO2 and plastic waste.
Typically, sealant comes in plastic cartridges that, once used, become contaminated with adhesive or residue, meaning the entire pack is destined for general waste. Apply this to the wealth of iconic renovations taking place across the country, and the level of waste is substantial.
A new 100,000-seater football stadium, for example, could use upwards of 45,000 cartridges of sealant across its roof and seats alone – that’s the equivalent of 1.4 tonnes of plastic and seven tonnes of CO2.
The UniBond Next Generation of Cartridges offers a powerful, immediate solution to this challenge, reducing plastic waste by an impressive 51% thanks to its innovative, recyclable cartridge. If deployed across that same football stadium project, it has the potential to save the equivalent of 280,000 plastic bags, or one passenger flying 29,000 miles: about the same as making one hundred one-way flights from London to Paris.
“I’ll be honest, I had no idea the amount of plastic waste that came from those old sealant cartridges” said former footballer, manager and ambassador for UniBond Harry Redknapp. “I’m going through my own home renovation now and its definitely made me think. It’s great to see more sustainable products like the UniBond Next Generation of Cartridges available. What a game-changing impact there would be if football stadium renovations made the switch.”
The impact isn’t limited to large-scale developments; switching to a more sustainable tool closer to home can also make a big difference. 44%** of homeowners are interested in undertaking renovation work on their properties over the next two years. According to UniBond, this means an estimated 13 million*** cartridges of sealant will be required to cover key features such as bathrooms, toilets, kitchens, doors, windows, and loft conversions.
A switch to UniBond’s Next Generation of Cartridges, made of at least 49% recycled plastic components (the plastic cap, nozzle and piston) and with a recycled and recyclable cardboard cartridge, could save the equivalent of 76 million plastic bags. Furthermore, it would save nearly 2,000 tonnes of CO2, the equivalent to one passenger travelling 8 million miles, enabling everyone to play their part in building a more sustainable future.
“At UniBond, we are actively encouraging the industry to adopt environmentally responsible solutions as a crucial first step toward more sustainable renovations,” added Eve Kolesova, the UK&I Head of Marketing at UniBond. “Sealant cartridges are often overlooked as a contributor to construction waste, so it has been our goal with our Next Generation of Cartridges to provide a solution that not only performs exceptionally but significantly reduces environmental impact.”
UniBond’s Next Generation of Cartridges was unveiled at ScrewFix Live in September 2025 and will be available across all major DIY retailers nationwide soon.
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UniBond’s Next Generation of Sustainable Cartridges: Additional Benefits
- 100% recyclable cardboard cartridge, reducing plastic waste by 51%
- 33% faster to set up and use than current cartridge due to no cutter or knife requirement
- Produces at least 73% less waste than other cartridges
- The plastic cap, nozzle and piston are made from a minimum of 49% recycled plastic Foil sausage to reduce contamination and enhance recyclability
- Same durable performance with 18–24 month shelf life
*To estimate the total amount of sealant required for the renovation of Westminster Palace and a 100,000-seater football stadium in the north of England, publicly available data was used and reasonable assumptions were made to create a scalable model. More details on methodology can be shared upon request.
***Research was conducted by Focaldata (member of the British Polling Council), among a sample of 250 professional tradespeople, aged 18+ between 10.09.25 and 16.09.25
About Henkel
With its brands, innovations and technologies, Henkel holds leading market positions worldwide in the industrial and consumer businesses. The business unit Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the market for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With Consumer Brands, the company holds leading positions especially in laundry & home care and hair in many markets and categories around the world. The company’s three strongest brands are Loctite, Persil and Schwarzkopf. In fiscal 2024, Henkel reported sales of more than 21.6 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of around 3.1 billion euros. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. Sustainability has a long tradition at Henkel, and the company has a clear sustainability strategy with specific targets. Henkel was founded in 1876 and today employs a diverse team of about 47,000 people worldwide – united by a strong corporate culture, shared values and a common purpose: “Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.” More information at www.henkel.com
