You can recycle a wide variety of common household items, including:
- Paper and Cardboard: Newspapers, magazines, mail (including envelopes with plastic windows), cardboard boxes, pizza boxes (remove food scraps), paper coffee cups, and paper packaging
- Plastics: Plastic bottles and containers (jugs, jars, tubs, clamshells), plastic plant pots, plastic bags and wrapping (recycle plastic bags at supermarkets), plastic utensils, straws, and packaging
- Metals: Food and beverage cans (aluminum and steel), aluminum foil and trays, aerosol cans (empty), metal lids, pots, pans, and scrap metal
- Glass: Glass bottles and jars (clear or colored), glass containers, and jars. Some areas require glass to be recycled separately
- Other Items: Batteries, electronics, textiles, food waste (compostable), cooking oil, paint tins, and small appliances can often be recycled or disposed of properly at designated facilities
Make sure to clean and dry containers, remove food residue, and flatten cardboard to improve recycling quality. Items contaminated with food or grease may not be recyclable unless cleaned properly
. Some items like plastic bags, black plastic packaging, and certain flexible plastics often require special drop-off locations rather than curbside recycling
. This list covers most common recyclables, but local recycling programs may vary, so it’s best to check with your local waste management authority for specific guidelines.
