You asked: How do you prepare things for recycling?

How do you prepare bottles for recycling?

How to Recycle Plastic Water Bottles Properly

1. Put the water bottle cap back on after consuming. Most people forget that recycling can only be done in most municipalities if they include the lid on the water bottle. …
2. Crush your bottle. …
3. Do not rinse thoroughly. …
4. No bags please! …
5. Recycle the outer packaging.

How do you successfully recycle?

How to recycle more effectively

1. Step 1: Recycle plastic bags separately. …
2. Step 2: Try not to shred paper. …
3. Step 3: Compress bottles and put the lid back on. …
4. Step 4: Keep cardboard and your other recyclables clean. …
5. Step 5: Read your local recycling guide.

What are 10 things you can recycle?

Top 10 Items That Should Always Be Recycled

• Newspapers. Newspapers are one of the easiest materials to recycle. …
• Mixed Paper. …
• Glossy Magazines and Ads. …
• Cardboard. …
• Paperboard. …
• Plastic Drink Bottles. …
• Plastic Product Bottles. …
• Aluminum Cans.