Materials A-Z

Baby items

Babies and toddlers don't need their clothes, toys or kit (such as cots, and prams) for very long. And they are usually in excellent condition when they are outgrown. If you dont know any new or expectant mothers to pass them on too, why not donate them to a local charity shop (for full list, consult the Yellow Pages), or try to sell them second had through the local paper or on on-line exchanges.
Don't forget that real nappies are the environmental choice that can save you money.
To find out more visit our What Else Can I Do pages.

Batteries - car

Car batteries may be taken to your Household Waste Recycling Centre. Scrap metal merchants also accept car batteries (for details, see Yellow Pages). Do handle with care. Car batteries contain acid. You can also ask the garage to take back the old one when you purchase a new battery.

Batteries - household

Regular batteries can be recycled at Household Waste Recycling Centers. However it is better to use rechargeable batteries or choose solar powered or wind up chargers and products (e.g. mobile phone chargers, radios, torches etc).
 

Beverage cartons

These can be recycled with your mixed paper and card recycling collection from your house. Recycling Points are also available contact your district council to see what facilities are in your area.

Bicycles

Bikes can be reused or recycled and there are many Cycling Projects in Greater Manchester.

Blankets

Charity shops collect old blankets and duvets. (for full list, consult the Yellow Pages)

Books

Charity shops collect second-hand books (for full list, consult the Yellow Pages). Household Waste Recycling Centres also have book banks.

Bric a brac

Charity shops are always on the look out for crockery, pictures, ornaments etc. You may not like something or have use for it anymore but theres a good chance someone else will. Alternatively have a go at a car boot sale and see how much you make.

Building materials

Building materials can be taken to your Household Waste Recycling Centre

Bulky household refuse

There are a number of reuse groups that operate across Greater Manchester that can collect good quality house hold items and give them a new home. Visit thereuse page to find your nearest group.
Your local District or Borough Council may operate a collection service for items such as tables, chairs, beds, fridges and freezers. Most items can also be taken to your local Household Waste Recycling Centre free of charge.
 

Buttons

These can be given to charity shops. (for full list, consult the yellow pages)