Across Christmas you will probably find that you either buy or get given things you won\u2019t necessarily see throughout the rest of the year.<\/p>\n
So whilst we\u2019re used to recycling the items that we deal with all-year round, these more festive items might cause us to think to ourselves \u201ccan I recycle this?\u201d or perhaps \u201cwhat can I recycle from this?\u201d<\/p>\n
With this in mind, we thought it would be a good idea to run through some festive things that can be recycled.<\/p>\n
Large chocolate tubs<\/p>\n
Many of us will have these at some point over Christmas-time. Let\u2019s face it, they\u2019re handy for when family and friends pop round and they also tend to be the go-to present for those people who can be tricky to buy for.<\/p>\n
So please know that these containers \u2013 Quality Street, Celebrations, Roses, Heroes etc \u2013 can be recycled with all your other plastics. The more traditional aluminium ones can be recycled here too.<\/p>\n
Advent calendars<\/p>\n
If your household enjoys advent calendars, it\u2019s important to know there\u2019s a couple of things you should be able to recycle from them.<\/p>\n
Any cardboard packaging can be recycled alongside your papers as long as it doesn\u2019t contain glitter or plastic add-ons.<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, most advent calendars will have a plastic tray inside, but you should be able to recycle this with your other plastics.<\/p>\n
A great way to avoid plastic altogether is to be creative and try making your own advent calendar.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s many different ways of making your own advent calendar. A quick googling of the subject brings up countless ways of tackling this, from straightforward methods to more challenging ones.<\/p>\n
If you do try it, stick to purely recyclable materials when making your calendar. Many of the guides require just cardboard, scissors, glue and colouring pens (not glitter ones) and still look fantastic whilst being fully recyclable.<\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t have time to make your own, you could even look into buying a reusable advent calendar. Many companies now sell calendars made from wood or fabric, which are great to use over-and-over again \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n
Clean foil<\/p>\n
Most of you are probably aware by now that clean foil can be recycled in your green box\/middle wheelie box, but at Christmas you\u2019ll perhaps be using more foil than normal.<\/p>\n
For example, the foil cases from any mince pies you have can be recycled, as can the foil you get with any chocolate coins you have.<\/p>\n
Although these both seem like quite small things, many of us will have them over Christmas so if we can all recycle them it will make a difference.<\/p>\n
Aerosols<\/p>\n
Let us guess\u2026Lynx Africa again was it? Fragrances are a common Christmas gift so if you are given any just make sure you recycle your empty aerosols in your green box\/middle wheelie box when you\u2019re finished with them.<\/p>\n
Christmas cards and envelopes<\/p>\n
Christmas cards (without glitter and any bows removed) as well as their envelopes can be recycled with the rest of your paper. Paper and card gift bags can be recycled here too \u2013 just remember to remove any non-recyclable handles.<\/p>\n
Wrapping paper<\/p>\n
Not all types of wrapping papers are recyclable. The shiny foil wrapping is non-recyclable, so please stay away from this. Wrapping with glitter is also non-recyclable.<\/p>\n
Most other shiny wrapping papers are laminated, making them non-recyclable too. You also need to look out if the paper has any plastic add-ons and avoid these.<\/p>\n
The good news is all other wrapping papers should be fine to recycle. If you stay away from foils, glitters, laminated paper and any plastic add-ons, you should be able to recycle all your wrapping paper when you\u2019ve finished with it\u2026just make sure to remove any sticky tape beforehand.<\/p>\n
Bottles and cans<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll probably have more glass bottles, plastic bottles and aluminium cans than usual at Christmas but please remember to recycle them the same as you would for the rest of the year.<\/p>\n
Glass jars (from cranberry sauce etc) can be handy for storing any bits and pieces around the house, so maybe think if you can make use of these before you recycle them.<\/p>\n
If your recycling boxes get full, you can leave any extra recyclables in solid containers next to your other recycling on your collection day and we\u2019ll recycle the materials (leaving the containers behind for you to reuse again).<\/p>\n
But if you do have extra recycling, please separate the materials as you usually would\u2026for example, if you have extra plastic bottles and glass, please put the plastic in one container and the glass in a separate container.<\/p>\n
Christmas trees<\/p>\n
Real Christmas trees (non-artificial) can be chopped up into pieces and placed in your garden waste bins, or can be taken to any of\u00a0our three household recycling centres<\/a>\u00a0to be recycled.<\/p>\n Faulty Christmas lights<\/p>\n Old\/faulty Christmas lights can be taken to any of\u00a0the three household recycling centres<\/a>\u00a0to be recycled. One of our attendants will be able to point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n You should never try under any circumstances to dispose of electrical items in your general waste!<\/p>\n Other electrical items<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget, all types of electrical items can be recycled at our recycling centres.<\/p>\n Have you had a phone upgrade for Christmas and aren\u2019t sure what to do with your old one? First think whether someone else could reuse it \u2013 you could give it to a friend or even sell it on. If reusing the phone isn\u2019t an option though you can bring it to one of the recycling centres for us to recycle.<\/p>\n Batteries<\/p>\n If you have a young family, you may see lots of batteries across Christmas too. You can recycle all types of batteries at the three recycling centres in Wrexham<\/a> \u2013 even car batteries!<\/p>\n But if it\u2019s just your everyday household batteries you\u2019re looking to recycle, and if it\u2019s more convenient for you, you should have the option to recycle them at a local shop too.<\/p>\n That\u2019s because since February 2010, shops who sell more than 32kg of batteries a year (approx. 345 x four-packs of AA batteries) have to provide battery recycling facilities in-store\u2026so all the larger supermarkets and retailers provide these.<\/p>\n Reusing items<\/p>\n Decorative bows and ribbons are non-recyclable, so if you use any of these please consider storing them away and reusing them the following year.<\/p>\n If someone surprises you with a new TV or Blu-ray player, please think about what to do with your older models. The Nightingale House reuse shop in Bryn Lane recycling centre would be happy to take them off your hands.<\/p>\n You can also donate any unwanted Christmas gifts to the reuse shop. We\u2019re sure they\u2019d be very grateful.<\/p>\n Bin collections over the festive period \u2013 Wrexham Council News<\/a><\/p>\n