Encore by Welltek: Circular-Economy Furniture for the Modern Workplace

In today’s world, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a business imperative. Encore by Welltek is leading the charge in creating circular-economy office interiors: restoring used desks, chairs, workstations, carpet tiles and more to a like-new standard, with zero landfill waste. From office buy-back services to asset tagging, Encore helps companies reduce their carbon impact while improving workplace wellness.

Built for the Circular Economy

Encore’s services cover the full lifecycle of office furniture:

1. Reconditioning — Carpet tiles and furniture are restored to a factory-fresh state, saving CO₂ emissions and extending product lifespan.
2. Remanufacture — Premium ergonomic chairs from Vitra, Herman Miller, Humanscale, Knoll, Sedus and Haworth are fully refurbished to as-new condition.
3. Repurpose — Outdated desks, chairs and more are transformed into new designs with refreshed functions and updated aesthetics.
4. Asset Tagging — Every piece receives a QR-coded Circular Economy Passport containing data on age, origin, sustainability credentials and full service history.

Buy-Back Programme: Recover Value, Reduce Waste

Encore’s chair buy-back service allows businesses to sell back quality chairs — including Herman Miller Aeron, Vitra ID, Humanscale Freedom and Sedus Swing Up models — for refurbishment and resale. It’s a genuine win-win: clients recover some value from their assets, and Encore ensures these durable, high-investment pieces continue their lifecycle instead of going to landfill.

Measurable Sustainability Impact

Encore’s environmental credentials are impressive:

• Chairs: Refurbished chairs carry just 40 kg CO₂-eq of embodied carbon — lower than buying new.
• Carpet Tiles: Reused tiles register under 1 kg CO₂-eq per m², compared to 4–5 kg for new tiles.
• Zero Landfill Pledge: Any furniture deemed unsuitable for reconditioning is either repurposed or donated to social housing and community projects.

Quality Assured

Encore isn’t just repurposing — it’s renewing with confidence. Reconditioned items carry up to 5-year guarantees, while reconditioned carpet tiles come with 1–2 year manufacturer warranties.

1. Cost-effective — Access high-end, fully restored pieces at a fraction of the new price.
2. Sustainability — Align with ESG, Green Building and WELL standards. Encore’s EPD-certified products actively support WELL certification goals.
3. Traceable — The QR Asset Tagging system provides full transparency into provenance, material composition, repairs and certifications.
4. Design-savvy — Choose from trusted brands like Herman Miller and Vitra, refreshed to pristine condition with their style fully intact.

How the Encore Ecosystem Works

1. Audit & Collection — Encore teams visit your office to assess and collect your old furniture and carpet.
2. Recondition, Remanufacture or Repurpose — Each item is individually assessed and reworked to the appropriate standard.
3. Asset Tagging & Warranty — QR codes and fresh guarantees are applied, giving you complete reassurance.
4. Reintegration or Sale — Products return to your space, or are sold on to another business, with minimal environmental impact.

Ready to Take Encore Live?

Bring your sustainability goals to life. Visit our London showroom to explore materials firsthand and see the reconditioning process in action. Want to understand your carbon savings? Request a personalised sustainability report that outlines your environmental impact in real terms.