{"id":19280,"date":"2016-05-02T10:30:41","date_gmt":"2016-05-02T14:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpress-367309-1145705.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=19280"},"modified":"2016-05-02T10:30:41","modified_gmt":"2016-05-02T14:30:41","slug":"smart-recycling-tips-sensible-home-owners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/articles\/smart-recycling-tips-sensible-home-owners\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Recycling Tips for Sensible Home Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-19281 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412.jpg\" alt=\"Old worn furniture that has been discarded and left outdoors with garbage\" width=\"652\" height=\"652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412.jpg 652w, https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/bigstock-Old-worn-furniture-that-has-be-105532127-e1462145617412-186x186.jpg 186w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 652px) 100vw, 652px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The domain of recycling extends far beyond those wheelie bins and <a href=\"https:\/\/sustainablog.org\/2015\/01\/paper-plastic-bottles-environmental-win\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">plastic bottle initiatives<\/a>. Reducing our consumption volumes, and switching to eco-friendly methods, are the first constructive steps in this direction. Disposing of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/ecopreneurist.com\/2016\/03\/26\/wecycle-atlanta-teaches-cycling-recycling-and-sustainability\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">\u00a0waste materials at home<\/a> with these smart recycling tips would help in lowering expenditure, saving space and creating a congenial environment:<\/p>\n<h3>Focus on plastic to make a difference<\/h3>\n<p>Plastic water bottles and plastic bags account for the lion\u2019s share of household waste. It is estimated by Clean Up Australia that 1 trillion plastic bags are used and thrown away every year, worldwide. Since prevention is always better than cure, it is highly recommended to focus on effective ways of reducing the usage of plastic.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When shopping, replace those plastic shopping bags with eco-friendly, re-usable bags.<\/li>\n<li>Opt for food items which have less plastic packaging. Instead of small, wrapped portions, try\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/greenlivingideas.com\/2015\/10\/20\/how-to-shop-in-the-bulk-foods-section\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">buying in bulk<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>If bottled drinks are indispensable for your household, purchasing larger quantities is always<\/li>\n<li>wiser than buying several small plastic bottles.<\/li>\n<li>Cut the bottoms of plastic bottles to make disposable funnels. The removed portions can be\u00a0used as seedling trays \/ mini greenhouses for your seedlings.<\/li>\n<li>Try using old plastic bags as covers or wrappers for storing fragile items.<\/li>\n<li>Make fascinating toys for your kids using plastic bottles, with added colored paper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cutting down on paper saves cutting down a tree<\/h3>\n<p>Cutting down on your consumption of paper is a most thoughtful decision for the sake of the environment. Relying on your internet device for reading newspapers and journals, storing essential documents, receiving or paying your bills is easy and convenient.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of purchasing personal copies all the time, why not borrow books from the nearest library? From old newspapers and magazines to telephone directories, catalogs, cards, wrapping papers, cardboard and cartons, make a note of all the unused paper products in your home which you wish to recycle. Some recycling tips for paper:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have a flair for art and craft, then use your own creativity to prepare decorative items\u00a0by cutting pieces of cardboard or paper in various patterns and painting them.<\/li>\n<li>Old newspapers can be reused in multiple ways. You can use them for stuffing leather\u00a0handbags or hats for retaining their proper shape. They can be stuffed in damp shoes for\u00a0drying or loose shoes for tightening.<\/li>\n<li>Spread sheets of old paper between rows of plants to check the growth of weeds.<\/li>\n<li>You can place them in between cracks or under doors to prevent the entry of harsh winds in\u00a0winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Donate clothes<\/h3>\n<p>Old and functional items of clothing lying idle in your closet, can easily be <a href=\"http:\/\/www.redcross.org.au\/stores-donate-clothing.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\">donated to a charitable\u00a0organization<\/a> or consignment shops, so that they can be reused.\u00a0Your unwanted clothes can meet the requirements of another individual, rather than being dumped\u00a0in a landfill. You can also use old dresses for creating aprons, napkins, handmade bags or even\u00a0patchwork or embroidered quilt covers.<\/p>\n<h3>Electronic devices<\/h3>\n<p>Professional help should be sought for unused items like electronic devices, which are difficult to\u00a0recycle at home. Do not try to recycle or dispose of these yourself, unless you have clear information\u00a0regarding the environmental or health hazards. E-waste often contains toxic chemicals.<\/p>\n<p>Locate recycling centers in close vicinity to your home to deliver old television sets, PCs or\u00a0cellphones. You might also consider donating these.<\/p>\n<h3>Give your furniture a new home<\/h3>\n<p>Recycling is the most effective way of de-cluttering your home by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gumtree.com.au\/s-furniture\/c20073\" rel=\"nofollow\">getting rid of unnecessary\u00a0furniture<\/a>.\u00a0It doesn\u2019t have to be time consuming, either. Today, there are professional teams available for\u00a0managing your furniture recycling. These teams offer a wide range of recycling solutions for your\u00a0chairs \/ desks \/ shelves \/ cabinets including reuse, resale and donations.<\/p>\n<p>From dismantling your stuff to photographs, packing, transportation and storage, everything is taken\u00a0care of.<\/p>\n<h3>Foils and CDs \/ DVDs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Old aluminum foils can be placed behind plants kept in the shade, for reflecting sunlight.<\/li>\n<li>Leftover foils can be used for waterproof wrapping of old films or photos.<\/li>\n<li>Old CDs or DVDs can be used for making funky coasters for your coffee table.<\/li>\n<li>You can create interesting collages for your drawing room wall with reflective CDs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Composting and greenery<\/h3>\n<p>Did you know that composting is one of the best and simplest recycling techniques at home? Collect\u00a0your discarded fruit \/ vegetable peels and other kitchen wastes. Along with your garden trimmings,\u00a0place them in a composter.<\/p>\n<p>Compost can be really beneficial for your garden soil, due to its rich nutrient content. Much better\u00a0than going to waste in a landfill. This also saves your wastebaskets from unnecessary burden.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Do you have more creative ideas for recycling? 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