{"id":1799,"date":"2021-09-03T13:05:02","date_gmt":"2021-09-03T13:05:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesscostcomparison.co.uk\/blog\/disposing-commercial-waste-copy\/"},"modified":"2021-10-20T11:10:02","modified_gmt":"2021-10-20T10:10:02","slug":"paper-cardboard-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesscostcomparison.co.uk\/blog\/paper-cardboard-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Paper and Cardboard Recycling: The Easy Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cardboard and paper are both widely recycled, but there are some exceptions that can leave it looking like a bit of a minefield to someone who hasn\u2019t read up on it. In this quick guide, we\u2019ll explain to you which types of cardboard and paper are and aren\u2019t recyclable, and even give you some tips on how to get more from your waste. This can save you money on general waste collections, and help you avoid any unwanted attention or fines.<\/p>\n

What type of cardboard can be recycled?<\/h2>\n

A general rule of thumb is that clean or untreated cardboard is usually recyclable.<\/p>\n

\u2705 All cardboard boxes, including outer packaging for food (like cereal, eggs or ready meals).<\/p>\n

\u2705 Packing boxes, including cardboard envelopes and poster tubes (without the lid).<\/p>\n

\u2705 Corrugated cardboard.<\/p>\n

\u274c<\/a> All cardboard with a wax layer.<\/p>\n

\u274c<\/a> Stained cardboard, like used pizza boxes.<\/p>\n

What about paper?<\/h2>\n

\u2705 Packaging materials, like brown parcel paper and envelopes (including with plastic windows).<\/p>\n

\u2705 Reading materials, including leaflets, magazines and newspapers.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Photocopier paper and greeting cards (not ones decorated with glitter or foil).<\/p>\n

\u274c<\/a> Stained paper, like used paper towels or anything with paint on it.<\/p>\n

Where can I recycle cardboard, and how does it happen?<\/h2>\n

When your waste is collected, the provider takes it to a recycling centre. First, it\u2019s sorted and non-recyclable materials like string are removed from them. After that, cardboard and paper are separated and baled. Machines turn this to a pulp, clean it and use it to create new pulp with wood chips. This is then dried to create more cardboard.<\/p>\n

How do I make the most of my cardboard and paper?<\/h3>\n

These are two of the most common materials that you\u2019ll run into as a business owner, so having some knowledge on the best recycling practices is always going to help you out.<\/p>\n