Nova Tissue: Low Impact Paper Manufacturing
“"Nova Tissue is a family-owned British paper converter and manufacturer. Operating from their facility in Oldham, Greater Manchester, they manage the end-to-end process of converting large parent reels into finished toilet tissue rolls and kitchen rolls for both the consumer and professional markets. While many contemporary 'eco-friendly' paper brands rely on long-distance international shipping, Nova Tissue manages the entire production cycle within the UK—utilising 100% recycled materials and plastic-free processes to provide a UK-based, low-carbon solution for the home.”
1. The Heritage
Nova Tissue was established in 1993 and remains an independent, family-run business. Unlike many brands that act as third-party distributors, Nova Tissue is a direct converter. This means they take bulk industrial paper reels and perform the embossing, perforation, winding and packaging on-site in their UK factory.
This operational model allows for direct oversight of the production cycle and supply chain logistics. This distinguishes them from many modern sustainable startups that outsource production to overseas facilities, ensuring that Nova’s environmental claims are backed by local oversight and UK manufacturing standards.
2. The Location
The company’s manufacturing hub is located in Oldham, Greater Manchester. This facility is a primary production site where raw recycled pulp is transformed into finished paper goods. By manufacturing in the North of England, Nova Tissue significantly reduces the "carbon miles" associated with the heavy transport of paper products, serving the UK market without the environmental cost of intercontinental shipping.
3. The Difference
Domestic Supply Chain: Unlike brands that ship bamboo or recycled paper from China or Southeast Asia, Nova Tissue utilises European and UK-sourced pulp, drastically reducing the logistical carbon footprint.
100% Recycled Focus: Their 'Soft on Nature' range is manufactured entirely from recycled high-grade paper, diverting waste from landfills and avoiding the land-use issues sometimes associated with monoculture crops.
Plastic-Free Manufacturing: The Oldham facility has integrated specialised machinery to wrap products in compostable paper rather than traditional plastic film, ensuring the entire product lifecycle is zero-plastic.
No Added Chemicals: Their production process avoids the use of de-inking agents, dyes or synthetic fragrances, resulting in a product that is biodegradable and safe for sensitive skin.
4. The Hero Products
Soft on Nature Toilet Tissue: A flagship sustainable product manufactured from 100% recycled paper. It is plastic-free, FSC-certified, and produced entirely in the UK to ensure the highest environmental transparency.
Recycled Kitchen Towels: High-absorbency towels manufactured using the same low-impact recycled processes, designed to provide a domestic alternative to mass-market virgin wood-pulp brands.
Black Label Quilted: A premium, locally-manufactured tissue that uses advanced embossing techniques to provide luxury texture without compromising on the brand's core commitment to domestic manufacturing.
5. The Essentials
Accreditations: FSC C128045 (Forest Stewardship Council); Made in Britain Member.
Product Index: Toilet Tissue, Kitchen Towels, Recycled Paper, Plastic-Free Packaging, Bulk Paper Supplies, Sustainable Household Goods.
