One of the biggest recycling misconceptions is assuming the recycling facility can easily separate items placed in the bin, says Jay Simmons, packaging product development manager from North Pacific ...

Many house two bins so you can discard recycling in the same place ... bay — and many boast additional features like soft-close lids and edges designed to hide unsightly bags.

Don't remove the lid only halfway before placing it into the recycling bin. Instead, completely remove the lid from the can and place it inside the can (after rinsing). Aerosol cans: Lids on ...

"I stack it sideways because I find you can fit more in therefore the lid doesn't shut because ... the council issued an apology after bin lorries failed to empty the recycling bins in some ...