small Ecology logo   Washington State Department of Ecology : Solid Waste : 1-800-RECYCLE : Recyclable Materials

Recyclable Materials
Description and Handling Procedures

General Material Types Description
Appliances Includes major household appliances
Batteries Includes vehicle batteries and household batteries ( both rechargeable and nonrechargeable)
Construction and Demolition Wood, paving materials, porcelain fixtures, windows, drywall, carpet pad, tiles, brick, etc.
Glass Glass jars and bottles only.
Household hazardous waste Various toxic or flammable materials from households.
Metals Cans and scrap metals.
Miscellaneous Includes yard waste, toner cartridges, barrels, mattresses, photographic film, tires, cooking grease and animal products.
Paper Waste paper and cardboard from households, offices, and retail outlets.
Plastic Plastic containers, plastic film and foam.
Used oil & related material Used motor oil, fuel oil, oil filters, and antifreeze.

Page Last Edited - 03 May, 2007