Demp, a Trondheim-based startup known for producing acoustic panels from fungus and wood waste, is winding down its operations. The founders have decided to close the company even though production was described as sold out. The venture had aimed to combine sustainable materials with functional design to create a niche product for acoustic treatment.
The decision to cease production marks an end to the company’s manufacturing efforts and brings an abrupt halt to a project that sought to turn waste streams into building materials. The closure highlights the difficulties small, materials-focused startups can face when trying to scale production and maintain viable operations.