Nærø
Waste Textile Acoustic Batts
Overview
- Product
- Acoustic batts
- Country of production:
- Denmark
- Source
- Waste textiles
- Material
- Primarily cotton and polyester
- Application
- Acoustic absorption
- Thickness
- 50 mm
- Width
- 560 mm
- Height
- 960 mm
- Absorption
- Class B
Origin
Nærø textile felt is produced from worn-out workwear, which can no longer be used for clothing or other secondary clothing production. We have developed a method for sorting, where we get clean and pure fractions of textiles, which ensures high quality for the end product. After sorting the fabric is ground and this process transforms the material from woven form to short, manageable fibers. The short fibers are mixed with binders and, if need be, a cradle-to-cradle certified fire retardant. The final part of the production process is felting, which binds the material together into nonwoven acoustic batts.
The product is available in varying shades of gray, blue, white, and green, which are determined by the clothes it is produced from. We can never ensure an exact repetition of a specific nuance, from batch to batch, since our input material will always vary slightly. However, this just means that your batch is unique to your project! Read more on how we turn waste into products here.
'Nær' means close in danish and this product is certainly one to draw people in. The organic patterns, which arise from the mixed input, fascinate most of our customers. We hope it draws your eye as well.
Attention: Please know that this product is still being developed, tested, and refined, so some data may vary. Contact us for more information.
Colours
We currently stock the following colours. All are made from worn workwear or other industrial textiles.
Note: This stock is subject to change and this may not always be 100% up to date. Please contact us with your specific inquiry.
Workers Blues
This calm blue will work well in most rooms. It is a deep blue with dark and light variations.
Wild Ocean
This light blue acoustic batt is packed with blue and cool grey nuances. White dots speckle the material, reminiscent of white caps on a stormy day.
Morning Fog
A myriad of warmer greys, dotted with soft yellow. An understated, yet intensely interesting batt.
Speckled Grey
A neutral grey backdrop allows neon greens and strong reds to shine in an almost fireworks-like display.
Grey Static
Unlike Foggy Morning, this acoustic batt is also less intense in its variations, with a cool mid-grey backdrop. Yet a myriad of coloured dots pops out, with the batt almost buzzing like static on a 90’s television.
Workers Blues 
Wild Ocean 
Speckled Grey 
Morning Fog 
Grey Static 
Mix 
Application
Nærø is the backbone of many of our products at a:gain. Below you can see a selection of applications for Nærø in our showroom.
a:gain showroom, Nordhavn 
a:gain showroom, Nordhavn 
a:gain showroom, Nordhavn 
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General
What is Nærø made of and how do you source it?
The acoustic Nærø batt is made of worn-out textiles from a major workwear and textile maintenance company.
How much of the Nærø is waste based?
Nærø is currently min. 60% waste-based, however, we are currently working towards getting this number up.
Does Nærø contain any dangerous components or toxic materials?
No, the textiles for Nærø enter our manufacturing line clean. The textile is bound by a PET binder, which does not degas. The textiles are generally a 35% cotton and 65% polyester mix.
Handling
How should I handle Nærø to not damage it?
Whether you are handling the softer 50mm batt or the harder 15mm batt, we recommend handling it with care. The surface and sides should be covered and protected, at least somewhat, until installation. Especially the surface that will be visible after the final installation should be protected, to ensure a good result. Be mindful to not leave it in heavily dusty environments prior to installation if it is not securely wrapped.
How can I adjust or alter Nærø post-purchase?
Nærø can be cut using a very fine-toothed blade or alternatively a toothless blade. For more information inquire to us.
Manufacturing
q: How is Nærø manufactured?
a: First, the worn-out textiles are cleaned and sorted, then it is shredded and mixed with a PET binder. Subsequently, the material goes through a heated press, which enables the thermoplastic to bind the material together. The continuous product flowing out from the press is then cut to size, packaged, and shipped.
q: Where is the product manufactured?
a: The product is manufactured in Denmark and made from waste also collected in Denmark.
q: What measures do you take towards the ethical production of Nærø?
a: All our partners must follow and sign our Code of Conduct. Furthermore, we are members at Foreningen for Byggeriets Samfundsansvar (The Association for Construction Industry Social Responsibility) and we have signed their charter.
Recycling
q: Do you offer end-of-life take-back models?
a: For larger projects, we are happy to discuss an agreement to take back material at its end-of-life or at a reasonable set date. For your specific inquiries reach out to us.
q: How is the material recycled?
a: The textile can be sorted as ‘Textile’ at a recycling station.
Customisation and variations
q: Which standard sizes do you provide?
a: Information at the top of the page.
q: Do you offer other colours?
a: For larger projects, such as a whole office building or an entire floor, we can have new colours developed, however, for smaller projects the colours showcased on this page are our standard.
q: Do you offer other dimensions outside of your standards?
a: We generally do not offer Nærø outside our standards, however, if your project is of sufficient scale, e.g., the entire floor of an office building, we are happy to discuss possibilities. Please reach out to us with your specific request.
Certifications, standards & regulations
q: Which international regulations does Nærø adhere to?
a: Our products all adhere to Danish standards and should be fine for implementation in most other EU countries. If you would like us to advise you on your specific case, please reach out to us!
q: What kind of documentation and certifications can you provide for Nærø?
a: We are currently working towards an LCA on this product. At this moment we can offer an SDS on the PET binder.
Traceability
q: Which measures do you take towards the traceability of the materials used in Nærø?
a: Any waste source we manage, we research thoroughly and seek to trace back as far as we can. Our supplier ensures the origin of the material and that the wood is clean, free of toxic materials, etc, before it is handed over to us, from there we have complete internal awareness of the manufacturing line.
q: Is it possible to find the product in any digital databases such as Materialepas?
a: We are currently in dialogue with the team behind Materialepas and plan on Nærø being accessible on their platform in the near future.
Accessible assets
q: Can I access a generic product description for Nærø?
a: We do not currently have a generic text for download; however, you are welcome to copy any text from this product page.
q: Do you have downloadable 3D assets, such as BIM, Revit families, etc.?
a: We do not currently have BIM objects of our products; however, we are happy to help how we can, such as providing .3DM, .DXF, .DWG files, etc.
q: Does Nærø appear in internal or external calculation or design software, such as Exigo, Visma, etc?
a: Not currently.
q: Does Nærø appear in external databases such as Miljøportalen.dk, BASTA, Sundahus etc.?
a: Not currently.
Technical support and sparring
q: Do you offer knowledge-sharing sessions?
a: We are happy to come to your office or building site, share our experiences with the product, and answer technical questions to the best of our ability. We are also happy to arrange tours of our office and showroom. For more information, please contact us. Note: This is pending our internal schedule and the size of the project.
q: Do you offer support for graphic material about the product/materials?
a: We have a standard poster, which we can edit to your specific situation. The poster describes the journey from waste to the final product implemented in your project. We are also happy to spar with you or your graphic team if you wish to create something yourselves. which is specified to your graphical identity.
q: Does a purchase include technical support, design sparring, illustrations, technical drawings, etc.?
a: Depending on the scale of the project we can offer knowledge sharing, sparring and technical support for your project. For small projects we can only refer to the information on the website, however, we naturally answer any questions you might have. Please reach out with your specific project.
Purchasing
q: Can I purchase Nærø as a private customer?
a: While B2C is not currently our focus it is possible to purchase Nærø directly through us.
q: How do I purchase Nærø?
a: For inquiries about Nærø or other a:gain products, please reach out to us.
Delivery
q: What are your expected delivery times?
a: For orders of < 10 units, expect 4 – 5 working weeks delivery time.
For orders of 10 – 25, expect 5 – 8 working weeks delivery time.
For orders of > 25, expect 8 – 10 working weeks delivery time.
q: Do you offer express delivery?
a: Yes, however, because of high demand or if you wish to place a large order, our production might still require time to deliver. In this case, express delivery may have a negligible effect on delivery time. On smaller orders, this is usually not the case.
q: Do you deliver outside of Denmark?
a: Yes, however, depending on the destination, this will have an impact on delivery cost. Please reach out with your specific request.
q: Is there a minimum order size?
a: Not formally, however, delivery cost diminishes significantly for larger orders.
Guarantees and warranties
q: What guarantees or warranties follow with purchase the of Nærø?
a: The regular 2-year warranty applies. We guarantee the quality of the product, however, encourage customers to see and experience the product prior to purchase, especially for larger orders. We are happy to provide samples and reference projects where the product can be seen. For bigger projects, you can also request a mock up at a price. For your specific request please reach out to us.
Complaints
q: What guarantees or warranties follow with purchase the of Nærø?
a: The regular 2-year warranty applies. We guarantee the quality of the product, however, encourage customers to see and experience the product prior to purchase, especially for larger orders. We are happy to provide samples and reference projects where the product can be seen. For bigger projects, you can also request a mock up at a price. For your specific request please reach out to us.
Request a sample or mock up
Mock up
If you are interested in e.g., a 1:1 mock-up of a product, we are happy to provide this at cost-price, if it is related to a larger sale. Please reach out to us for your specific request.
Samples
If you would like to see the material up close, you can request a sample by reaching us. Please note if it is urgent for your situation.
Reference projects
q: Do you have a showroom or relevant references where Nærø can be experienced?
a: Nærø is possible to view at our office in Nordhavn and in Daarbak Design’s showrooms in Roskilde and Vejle. Otherwise, look to our references page.
Invoicing & purchasing systems
q: Do you offer e-invoicing?
a: We do.
q: Can we integrate your products into our internal purchasing systems?
a: Absolutely, we are happy to help with any such integration. Please contact us for your specific request.
q: Can we negotiate a set price structure for purchasing over a set period of time?
a: Please reach out to us.
Leasing/borrowing materials
q: Is it possible to lease or borrow Nærø for e.g., events?
a: Yes, however only under specific circumstances and such an arrangement needs to be agreed upon thoroughly beforehand. Please send us your inquiries.