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How to safely dispose of mercury thermometers and thermostats

Web thermostat in a puncture-resistant, non-breakable sealed container (e.g. plastic bleach bottle or yogurt tub). Clearly label the container "thermometer” or “mercury". Call 911 if a thermometer, thermostat or wall-mounted blood

How to dispose of windshield glass

Web Putting the pieces into a puncture-resistant, non-breakable container (e.g. plastic tub or pail with lid); or Wrapping in two layers of paper and place in a securely tied bag or sealed box. Label the packaged glass as 'sharps'

How to dispose of Swedish dishcloths

Web properly at the composting facility. They may also contain synthetic and plastic materials that will contaminate the finished compost. Map of Eco Centre locations Skip map View larger map Map skip anchor Explore similar items

How to recycle metal food and tin cans

Web the empty tin can and squeeze the top closed (see image). Cans with a plastic lid: remove the lid and recycle both items separately. Map of community recycling depots Skip map View larger map Map skip anchor Explore similar

How to extend the life of jigsaw puzzle pieces

Web put the pieces inside a used envelope to keep them all together. Put plastic puzzle pieces into your black cart as garbage. Map of community recycling depots Skip map View larger map Map skip anchor Explore similar items

How to dispose of vinyl siding and gutters

Web mouldings Vinyl trim and veneer siding Vinyl gutters and eavestroughs Plastic downspouts How to dispose There are two ways to dispose of vinyl siding and gutters depending whether you have small or large quantities. Small

How to extend the life of reusable water bottles and baby bottles

Web ... Plastic water bottles Baby bottles How to dispose There are two ways to dispose of reusable water bottles depending on whether they are usable or unusable

How to recycle aluminum foil, plates and containers

Web tubs) in your black cart as garbage. They are made out of aluminum and plastic, which cannot be recycled.  Map of community recycling depots Skip map View larger map Map skip anchor Explore similar items Metal lids Food cans

How to dispose of lighting fixtures

Web Putting the pieces into a puncture-resistant, non-breakable container (e.g. plastic tub or pail with lid.); or Wrapping in two layers of paper and place in a tied bag. Label as "sharps" with a permanent marker and put in your black

How to dispose of incandescent light bulbs

Web Putting the pieces into a puncture-resistant, non-breakable container (e.g. plastic tub or pail with lid.); or Wrapping in two layers of paper and place in a tied bag. Label as "sharps" with a permanent marker and put in your black
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