I want to dispose of

Check which materials you can take to Staffordshire’s recycling centres.

Aerosols

Reduce: Instead of buying a can when on the go or for lunchboxes have you considered taking a reusable container?

Aluminium

Instead of buying a can when on the go or for lunchboxes have you considered taking a reusable container?

Anti-freeze

Disposal (restrictions apply): Chemicals should not be placed in your kerbside collection. A small amount is accepted at Staffordshire's recycling centres and should be placed in the chemical safe. Please ask the site attendant for assistance. A limit of 5 x 2.5 litre (or equivalent volume) every 6 months is permitted.

Asbestos

Cement bonded asbestos is found in many places in the home including rainwater pipes, gutters, water tanks, insulation boards, garage/shed roofs, boiler flues and domestic equipment such as ovens, heaters and ironing boards. Generally, asbestos materials in good condition can be left in place and painted but should not be drilled, sanded or sawn.

Baths

Recycle (charges apply): Baths can be taken to any of Staffordshire's recycling centres. There is a charge £3 per bag over two 50L bags, the first two bathroom suite items are free of charge.

Batteries

Reuse: Have you considered reusable batteries instead of disposable?

Bike tyres

Reduce: Careful driving by minimising harsh breaking and accelerating will minimise tyre wear and save you money on fuel too.

Books and magazines

Reduce: Staffordshire's libraries stock the latest titles for loan. Have you considered getting an e-reader, e.g. Kindle or Kobo readers? Our libraries also stock eBooks, eMagazines and eAudiobooks.

Bottle tops

Recycle: Clean cans, aerosols, tins, metal bottle/jar tops, aluminium takeaway containers and tin foil can be recycled in your kerbside recycling or taken to any Staffordshire recycling centre.