How to dispose of pressure-treated wood (including decking and fence boards)
Examples of treated wood
- Wood that is chemically treated or pressure-treated
- Wood that is stained or painted
- Wood that has nails, screws or other hardware attached
How to dispose
There are two ways to dispose of pressure-treated wood depending on whether you have small or large quantities.
Small quantities of treated wood
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Put into your black cart
Put small quantities of treated wood into your black cart as garbage.
Treated wood pieces must be less than:
- 15 cm (six inches) in diameter.
- 1.25 m (four feet) in length.
- Make sure the lid of the cart can close.
Large quantities and oversized treated wood
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Take to a City Eco Centre
Take large quantities of treated wood and oversized pieces of treated wood to a City Eco Centre for disposal – charges will apply.