Development of Furniture and Raw Material Efficiency Through the Recycling of Sawdust in the Wood Industry

Abstract

This research was funded by KEMENRISTEKDIKTI

Abstract

Wood, the main material for furniture in Indonesia is facing many problems, one of which is its rarity. Methods to improve efficiency must be done, including minimizing waste. The waste products of the wood industry include solid, liquid, and gas. Sawdust is one of the solid waste by-products of the industry, and it can be recycled as a method to improve efficiency. This research explores the use of sawdust through selecting, straining, and mixing sawdust with other materials as a part of improving efficiency. The processed sawdust is then used as a base for product design. The results of this research found that the material made from processed stardust can be used for an arts and craft project as well as furniture, specifically for chairs and tabletops.

Keywords: design, environmentally friendly, waste, industry.