I want to dispose of

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

Loft insulation

Reduce: If the current loft insulation is not damaged you could top it up with new.

Masonry

Reuse: Consider if the material can be re-used in another home project.

Mattresses

Reuse: Before you throw your mattress away why not see if it can be reused? If it is in good clean condition and carries the BS7177 fire label there are lots of ways this can be done.

Microwaves

Electrical items should never be thrown in the rubbish bin, they contain hazardous and valuable materials and should be recycled properly.

Mobile phones

Electrical items should never be thrown in the rubbish bin, they contain hazardous and valuable materials and should be recycled properly.

Mobility scooter battery

Recycle (restrictions apply): Mobility scooter batteries can be taken to Staffordshire's recycling centres. There is a recycling restriction of 2 batteries every 6 months.

Monitors

Electrical items should never be thrown in the rubbish bin, they contain hazardous and valuable materials and should be recycled properly.

Motorcycle tyres

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

Nappies

Reduce: Why not try reusable nappies to help reduce the 2.9 billion disposable nappies that are being disposed of each year in the UK. There are environmental benefits as well as the possibility of saving money.