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How to compost paper straws

Web go in the green bin. This ensures that the straw does not contain any plastic and is ok to compost. If the paper straw is shiny and not labelled as compostable, put in the black cart as garbage. Explore similar items Plastic compostable takeout containers Plastic straws and cutlery Plastic compostable cutlery

How to dispose of six-pack rings

Web ... Plastic can rings Put into your black cart Put six-pack holders and plastic can rings into your black cart as garbage. Cut into small pieces to prevent wildlife from getting caught in these rings. Explore similar items Plastic can holders Pop and beer cans

How to dispose of paper bubble mailers

Web paper Put into your black cart Put bubble envelopes (made of paper and plastic) into your black cart as garbage. Why can't this be recycled? Mixed paper/plastic bubble mailers are not suitable for recycling as the inner bubble ... layer cannot be easily separated for recycling. Explore similar items Plastic bubble mailers Paper shipping bags Envelopes Foam packing peanuts

How to dispose of resealable deli meat and cheese packaging

Web ... Resealable packaging Put into your black cart Put plastic resealable food containers into your black cart as garbage. These packs have a resealable top with a harder plastic bottom. They are commonly used ... resealable packaging are made up of multiple layers of different types of plastic that are laminated together. They cannot be easily separated for recycling which is why they belong in the garbage. Explore similar items Sliced

How to recycle bedding plant pots and trays

Web ... Plastic bedding plant trays Plastic bedding plant trays Put into your blue cart or take to a community recycling depot Put plastic bedding plant containers

How to dispose of cellophane

Web Cellophane is a clear packaging material that is non-stretchy unlike plastic wrap. While cellophane may look like plastic it is not. The material is semi-synthetic and is not suitable for recycling or composting. Explore similar items Plastic film Gift wrap Frozen dinner trays Gift bags

How to compost toothpicks and wooden utensils

Web Disposable wooden chopsticks Examples of wooden utensils Toothpicks - no plastic flags, etc. Popsicle sticks Barbecue skewers Bamboo cutlery Bamboo plates and other wood plates Barbecue cedar planks Chopsticks (can also take ... one-time use wood sticks and utensils are acceptable. Explore similar items Plastic compostable cutlery Plastic cutlery Paper takeout containers

How to extend the life of binders and sheet protectors

Web ... Binders Plastic sheet protectors How to dispose There are two ways to dispose of binders and plastic sheet protectors depending on whether they are usable or unusable ... Unusable office supplies Put into your black cart Put unusable binders, plastic sheet protectors and laminated paper into your black cart as garbage. Separate regular paper sheets and put in your blue cart for recycling

How to dispose of frozen juice cans

Web for recycling Take to a community recycling depot Cardboard middle and plastic wrap Put into your black cart Put the cardboard middle and any plastic wrap into your black cart as garbage. This cardboard is made of multiple layers of paper, plastic and foil to prevent the container from becoming soggy. These multiple layers of materials cannot be easily separated for recycling. Map of community

How to safely dispose of shaving razors and blades

Web your black cart Put properly packaged razors and razor blades (including plastic and metal handles) into your black cart as garbage. This is for the safety of your collector and landfill staff. Special instructions Package unusable ... pieces into a puncture-resistant, non-breakable, sealed container (e.g. plastic bleach bottle, laundry detergent bottle, plastic pail with lid). Or wrap the razor pieces in two layers of paper, put in a bag and tie closed.