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Carpet Recycling 101

Carpet Recycling How to Recycle Your Old Carpet Eventually all carpets will need to be replaced. Carpet is an unsung hero whose life under foot is tough. Carpets soak up stains, collect pet dander, get smeared with mud, and spend a considerable... Continue reading

Drink Your Coffee, Green Your Cup

recyclable coffee cup A Fully Recyclable Coffee Cup to Solve UK’s Waste Reduce Problems In the cult classic television hit Twin Peaks, Special Agent Dale Cooper shares an important life lesson: “Once a day, every day, get yourself a present. Don’t wait for... Continue reading

UK Council’s Rubbish Crisis

rubbish prohibited sign As of Wednesday July 2nd, 2014 the EU has unveiled a new plan to see 70% of municipal rubbish and 80% of packaging recycled by 2030. An ambitious plan with several disparate ends to consider. This is said to be... Continue reading

Junk Barrage in the Garage

house garage There are few moments more horrifying than reaching for the door knob that lets out to the garage. Behind the door is a nightmare gallery of junk, old magazines, paint cans, and bags of cement you’ll never use. It’s enough... Continue reading

10 Surprising Rubbish Facts

Rubbish Facts For something as commonplace as rubbish, it’s amazing how little we know about what we throw away. It’s just rubbish, right? Out of sight and out of mind, yeah? Properly disposing of your rubbish is a great place to begin,... Continue reading