Recycling

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  • Quiz: Re-use or Recycle?

    In Europe and the US we are fast running out of locations suitable for landfill sites to store our household rubbish. Use of the existing sites is becoming very costly; so should we begin to re-use or recycle? Take the quiz and find out about...
    By Willie Scott October 18, 2011 

  • What Is Biodegradable Packaging And Where Is It Used?

    All the world's garbage ends up in landfills in third-world countries or at home. Plastic manufacturers are doing something about how plastic decomposes and other companies are making packaging from plant-based materials only. Consumers have a few...
    By Olivia Emisar August 27, 2011 

  • Methods and Techniques for Recycling Copper

    The main application of copper is the manufacture of electric cables, due to its high electrical conductivity properties. It is also used to fabricate copper pipe, tanks and coils for home heating systems. Recycling of copper components and alloys...
    By Willie Scott August 21, 2011 


  • Eco-friendly Tips for Conserving and Reusing Panty Hose

    Don't toss your pantyhose into the garbage if it gets a run or tear. Recycle your hosiery into handy household items or convenient gardening accessories. You can also help the environment by purchasing biodegradable organic pantyhose.
    By Michelle Kingston August 18, 2011 

  • Upcycle Old Bureau Drawers

    Upcycling is a way to recycle products so they do not go to waste. An old drawer can be upcycled in numerous ways, and will give you a container for storing any number of items after it has been refurbished.
    By ShannonLBuck July 26, 2011 

  • Is There New Life in Old Fire Extinguishers?

    A fire extinguisher is a valuable appliance that no home should be without. However, the question becomes what to do with a fire extinguisher when you need to get rid of an old one. Can it be recycled or reused? Learn your options for dealing with...
    By Shelia Odak July 26, 2011 


  • Recycle Leftover Soap Pieces into Fancy Guest Soaps

    Don't throw out those leftover slivers of soap! Save them and recycle them into something fun and useful, like fancy guest soaps.
    By J.C. Wilkinson July 24, 2011 

  • Recycling Candle Scraps into New Candles is Fun and Economical

    Don't toss out those little jars with wax left inside after the wick is burned down. You can have fun recycling those candle scraps into new scented candles, and save money!
    By J.C. Wilkinson July 14, 2011 

  • All about Recycled Shipping Boxes and Envelopes

    Learn why using recycled shipping boxes or envelopes is an eco-friendly way to ship and send items to friends, family and business customers. We also discuss why recycled materials boost the image of your business.
    By jciotta July 7, 2011 

  • How to Upcycle Old Salvaged Doors Into A Beautiful Room Divider

    Salvaged doors from old homes have so much character and history. These old relics of the past have so much potential, that with a little elbow grease and a vision, you can create beautiful furniture, art and accessories for your home and prevent them...
    By Cyndee July 6, 2011 
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