It sounds easy enough: throw all of your recyclable items into a blue bin to take out on recycling day. But what happens if a glass bottle breaks? Or you forgot to break down that greasy pizza box? Single-stream recycling makes it simple for consumers to recycle. You no longer have to sort paper, plastic, cardboard [...]
Trampolines are a source of endless fun and excitement for families and individuals alike. However, as time goes by, there may come a point when you find yourself with a trampoline that is no longer in use or has reached the end of its lifespan. Rather than letting it gather dust or sending it to the [...]
Your slide in the backyard has brought your family many happy memories over the years, but when it’s time to say goodbye, it can be challenging to know what to do. If you have a slide you don’t want, there are several options for disposing of it responsibly. What to Do with a Slide You Don’t [...]
Did you recently make some home improvements and are now stuck with windows you don’t need? While it might seem easiest to throw them out in the trash, you should make other arrangements as window pane glass can be potentially hazardous if not disposed of properly. Plus, they take up valuable space in the landfill. Here [...]
Spend less money and start fresh in your new home with our decluttering checklist for moving. How to Decide What to Get Rid of When Moving Moving can be a stressful time, but on the upside, it forces you to get rid of all the junk you’ve been holding onto. It’s also easier and cheaper when [...]
Whether you're a flash flood survivor or a homeowner with bad luck, recovering from flood damage is tough. Use this guide to help get you through the worst of it and start over again. Remove Residual Mud and Dirt Once the standing water has been pumped out, grab your boots, gloves, shovel and trash can. Use [...]
Plastic is one of the most important materials used in the world today because it is lightweight, durable and economical. Unfortunately, many of the things that make plastic desirable for use in products and packaging make it less desirable for the environment if disposed improperly. Plastic does not degrade naturally in the environment and pollutes our [...]
You are a recycler. You sort, rinse and set out your paper, bottles and cans on the curb. Yet you still have things to throw away. You wonder why Styrofoam™ trays and takeout containers can’t go in the recycling bin. And what about all the other plastics your city says cannot be recycled? What makes some [...]
Let’s be real: hosting backyard BBQs in Southern Colorado is a summer essential, but they create lots of trash. Many choose to use single-use plates, utensils and cups, creating a large amount of non-recyclable waste. However, there are some simple steps you can take to create a (nearly) zero-waste BBQ summer event. Let guests know this [...]
For many zero-waste followers, cutting out or properly recycling plastics in is among the main goals in creating a more sustainable lifestyle. However, this is no easy task, with everything from the food we eat to the products we buy wrapped in plastic, and then wrapped in plastic again. Toothpaste Unless you’ve already switched to chewing sticks, you’ll [...]
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