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Residential Quick Guide to Recycling
The recycling and waste disposal world seems to be full of yeses and nos. This page is a brief overview of what goes in which residential collection container, with links to additional information if needed.
These kinds of things go in the recycling bin
Empty and rinse containers… no lids please… labels are OK
Plastic
- Milk, water, juice and pop bottles – items with a narrow neck
- Detergent and fabric softener bottles
- Yogurt, dairy and margarine tubs
Glass
- Jars and bottles, any color
Aluminum and tin
Paper and Packaging
- Newspaper and advertising inserts
- Advertising mail and envelopes
- Magazines, catalogs and phone books
- Juice boxes and milk cartons
- Flattened cardboard
Scrap metal
- Limit 2 ft. x 2 ft., 35 pounds; no wood, plastic, or rubber attachments
More about recycling
See Your Recycling Yard Waste Food Scraps Garbage Guide (PDF, 1.6 MB) for more info.
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These kinds of things go in the yard waste bin
- Yard trimmings, weeds and houseplants
- Tree branches and twigs
- Kitchen food scraps and paper
- Food preparation scraps and leftovers
- Meat, fish, poultry and dairy scraps
- Greasy pizza delivery boxes
- Uncoated paper plates, cups, napkins, food wrap and bags
More about yard waste and food scraps
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These kinds of things go in the garbage
Until ways are found to recycle these types of things, use the garbage can or check the What Do I Do With…? Web site for other ideas.
- Plastic eating utensils and take-out containers
- Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- Plastic-coated paper and cardboard
- Mirrors, window glass, ceramics, dishes and (non-mercury-containing) light bulbs
- Aluminum foil wrap and trays
- Empty aerosol spray cans
- Latex paint cans (harden or solidify paint first)
- Sharp or greasy metal
- Small appliances
More about garbage
See Your Recycling Yard Waste Food Scraps Garbage Guide (PDF, 1.6 MB) for more info.
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Disposal options for these items
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Find out what your garbage and recycling hauler takes
Use the drop-down menu below to find the garbage and recycling hauler for your area.
Garbage & Recycling
Search the What Do I Do With…? Web site
More resources
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Recycling Royalty
King County residents know a lot about recycling, listen to their stories. View the video (Windows Media).
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Free bag sample
King County residents outside the city of Seattle can request a free BioBag sample via e-mail. City of Seattle residents may contact Marcia Rutan. |
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