No Vinyl Waste at Diamond Black

At Diamond Black, we are committed to sustainable practices in vinyl record manufacturing. While the industry has recently seen a rise in eco-vinyl and products with lower carbon footprints, we have found that these alternatives often compromise sound quality. Our customers demand the best audio experience, and these products have not met our high standards. However, we are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact through our zero vinyl waste policy, which has been in place for over 10 years.

Zero Vinyl to Landfill

We are proud to say that we send zero vinyl waste to landfill. Every piece of vinyl that isn't sold is repurposed, ensuring that no material goes to waste. This commitment to sustainability is a cornerstone of our manufacturing process.

Reusing Vinyl Waste

All unsold vinyl records are processed through huge grinders that smash them into tiny pieces. This regrind material is then reused in various ways:

Black Vinyl Regrind

• Separation and Reuse: Black vinyl waste is separated from colored vinyl waste and reintroduced into our production process.
• Material Composition: Our black vinyl records consist of approximately 40% regrind material and 60% virgin material. This blend ensures high-quality sound while reducing waste.

Colored Vinyl Regrind

• Mixed Color Vinyl: All colored vinyl waste is sold as 'mixed color' vinyl. This option is more affordable and utilizes 100% regrind material with no added virgin vinyl.
• Unique Patterns: While the exact color cannot be guaranteed, the mixed color vinyl often features cool swirly patterns created by the different colors interacting, making each record unique.

Handling Contaminated Regrind

• Alternative Uses: Any regrind contaminated with paper or debris is not wasted. Instead, it is sent off to be turned into underground piping. This application is ideal because underground piping does not require the same aesthetic perfection as vinyl records, allowing us to repurpose materials that would otherwise be discarded.