Sometimes when people get inspired, they can overdo things (with good intentions, of course). If you go on a recycling rampage, you might find yourself trying to recycle things that are not recycleable. That is not only a not good thing, it can be a downright bad thing. If certain plastics find their way into a batch of recycling, it could ruin the whole batch. Plastic bags can get stuck in the machinery and cause much delay and frustration at the recycling plant. So, what should you NOT recycle?
DO NOT PUT THESE ITEMS IN THE RECYCLING BIN:
- dirty, food covered anything
- broken ceramics, light bulbs or mirrors
- plastic bags, dirt, water, anything contaminated
- rubber bands
- spray cans
- cans filled with paint or other potentially hazardous materials
- stickers
- napkins
- laminated paper
- Plastics with #3,#4, #5 and especially #7; or those plastics with nothing at all. (check in your area – some areas will accept #3-5)
- milk cartons or any type of “waxed” paper
- any metals that are attracted to magnets
- batteries
- tires
- any electronics
Find out from your municipality what is recycleable in your area…not all capacities are the same!! Thanks to obviously.com’s World’s Shortest Comprehensive Recycling Guide for the tips!
