The restaurant industry is known to produce a lot of waste, and while most of it is organic, the inorganic part is still significant. Notably, the restaurant industry boasts of strict recycling programs aimed at reducing greenhouse emissions. Today, high-end restaurants have turned to metal recycling for unique interior décor, setting them apart from the competition. This article highlights unique restaurant décor ideas inspired by creative metal recycling.

Oil Barrel Furniture and Fittings -- For a long time, old and used oil barrels have been disposed of in landfills. It can be mainly attributed to the fact that retired drums have a low scrap value. However, while other industries see old oil barrels as worthless, the restaurant industry sees them as an opportunity to revamp the interior décor of cafes and eateries. Today, retired oil drums can be easily transformed into unique and comfortable furniture pieces. It is particularly the case for restaurants going for an industrial makeover. Besides, retired steel drums can also be recycled into unique sinks and outdoor water features.

Metal Utensils Lighting Fixtures -- Patrons often take a long hard look at a restaurant's interior décor and rate what they see when waiting for meals. Since the lighting fixtures in restaurants are some of the most conspicuous interior décor elements, they should ooze elegance. However, it does not mean restaurants should spend a fortune on the most expensive lighting features. Recycled scrap metals can keep interior makeover less costly, fun, practical and aesthetically appealing. For instance, metallic graters are some of the most commonly used utensils in restaurant kitchens. Once they get old, it is easy to throw them in a bin. However, old graters can be recycled and transformed into eclectic lighting pendants. Old metal cutlery, trays and kettles can also be recycled into unique contemporary chandeliers.

Tabletop Holders and Art -- The first thing patrons see when they sit at a table are the items on display. Therefore, creativity in table displays could be the difference between an exciting and boring restaurant. The most common table items include menu, shaker, toothpick and napkin holders, and they are mostly made from either plastic or wooden material. However, rather than settle for the traditional, boring and tried and tested tabletop holders, innovative restaurateurs can recycle old metal utensils for the same purpose. For instance, forks and spoons can be designed into a human figure with arms and legs and used as salt shakers, toothpicks, menus and napkin holders. Old utensils can also be recycled into quirky pieces of art and displayed on restaurant tabletops.

For more information, contact a metal recycling plant in your area.

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