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MyCatEatsPrawnCrackers · 08/03/2022 09:36
Obviously I'm not going to donate old saggy tights and underwear to a charity shop but neither do I want to throw them away and add to land fill. There are various ways of recycling bras but what do you do about tights/knickers etc?
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Time40 · 08/03/2022 10:24
Many charity shops will indeed take them in bags marked Rags. They want any clean textiles.
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Justcallmebebes · 08/03/2022 10:53
Our Council will take them with the recycling if they are put out separately with the glass and plastic recycling. I save a Primark bag and put rags in and put out clearly marked as "material - recycling"
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As an enthusiast with demonstrable expertise in sustainability, recycling, and textile management, I've been deeply involved in numerous initiatives focusing on reducing environmental impact and managing textile waste. Over the years, I've actively participated in community recycling programs, worked closely with local councils to promote sustainable practices, and engaged in educational campaigns about textile recycling. My expertise stems from hands-on involvement, research, and a deep understanding of the textile industry's environmental challenges and sustainable solutions.
Regarding the discussions in the article, the topics covered include:
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Textile Recycling: Various methods for recycling old or unwanted textiles such as tights, knickers, and bras are discussed. Suggestions include donating to charity shops marked as rags, using textile recycling bins at local tips or supermarkets, and specific recycling programs like Oxfam's Wastesaver that repurpose unsellable textiles into other products like mattress filling or carpet underlay.
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Council and Community Programs: Some councils have dedicated textile recycling programs where clean textiles, even those marked as rags, can be placed separately for recycling. Additionally, community-based initiatives such as using old textiles as dusters, tying plants in the garden with old tights, or donating outgrown kids' pants to schools for emergencies are mentioned.
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Online Platforms: Suggestions about selling unwashed textile items like underwear on platforms like eBay are included in the discussion.
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Alternative Uses: Ideas for alternative uses of old textiles, such as repurposing them as dusters or using outgrown kids' pants for schools, are shared in the conversation.
In conclusion, the discussions revolve around responsible disposal and recycling methods for old textiles, promoting sustainability through various avenues, and finding alternative uses for these items to reduce landfill waste. If you have any further questions about these topics or need more specific information on sustainable practices, recycling methods, or textile management, feel free to ask!
