Hanging file folders are staples in the workplace. I know I have quite a few folders sitting in my office closet. Next time your hanging file folders have run their course, toss them in the recycling bin, not the regular garbage can. Although you will need to remove any plastic or metal from the folders, …
Has your hairbrush lost one too many bristles? Have you had your hairbrush for many years and are simply looking for a new option? In either case, you may be wondering if you can recycle hair brushes. Hair brushes are not recyclable. They are often made of different materials which makes them unsuitable for recycling. …
Recycling is a little thing that we can do to make a big difference. Not only does recycling help to protect the environment, but it also saves energy, conserves resources, and reduces landfill. Although recycling may not be mandatory in your neighborhood, a recycling program likely exists. The best practice is to rinse any residue from …
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Eggs are one of the most fundamental staples within any diet. Except for those allergic to eggs or on a vegan diet, just about everyone eats something with eggs in it almost daily. Since eggs are eaten so frequently, it is a great idea to recycle egg cartons, but are they recyclable? Paper and plastic …
As the novel Coronavirus or COVID-19 took the world by a storm, more and more hand sanitizers began to fly off the shelves in pharmacies and markets everywhere. This is as hand sanitizers are easy to carry around and help clean our hands as well as the items we touch. But while hand sanitizers are …
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One of the biggest mistakes you can make when starting to recycle is bagging your recyclables up in a garbage bag. Even though garbage bags are made of plastic that can technically be recycled, most facilities do not accept garbage bags for recycling. Garbage bags should not be recycled. The material itself is recyclable, but …
Whether it’s a party or a special event, helium balloons add more color and joy to the occasion. Helium being lighter than air rises high in the air. While you can buy pre-filled helium balloons from the store, there is nothing more convenient than using your own helium tanks for blowing up balloons whenever you …
There comes a time when you will want to get rid of your old cookware including frying pans and pots and bring in a new set of kitchen supplies. Either the old pans and pots have eroded over time or you have got hold of an incredible deal that is too good to miss. Whatever …
When it comes to recycling glass, it is important to know that there are certain glass items that are accepted for recycling while others might not be taken in by your curbside recycling program. Glass bottles, jars, and glass food containers are readily taken in for recycling, while large glass items like glass table tops, …
Aluminum is one of the most readily recyclable materials. According to the Aluminum Association, nearly 75 percent of all aluminum produced in the United States is still in use today. While aluminum cans have been known to be 100% recyclable, there are still doubts about whether aluminum foils can be recycled. Aluminum foil can be …
