Archello Awards 2026 · Enter your projects before 30 September 2026
Archello Awards 2026 · Enter your projects before 30 September 2026
  • 100% Recycled PVC and 100% recyclable
  • Lifespan of 75 years
  • Easy installation
  • Fire safety: B-s3,d0
  • 15 Colours available, possible to create own pattern

The Basic Third by Pretty Plastic is a rectangular façade tile made from 100% recycled rigid PVC sourced from discarded building materials such as window frames, gutters and pipes.

Its elongated format creates a layered, horizontal façade with a clean architectural expression. Available in a range of colours and shades, Basic Third can be used for both subtle, uniform surfaces and more expressive colour compositions.

Designed for efficient installation, each tile requires just one mechanical fixing and can be individually removed and replaced. Durable, low-maintenance and designed for circular use, Basic Third combines material efficiency with architectural freedom, giving yesterday’s building waste a new life on the façade.

Building from Waste.

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