Seven things you thought you could recycle... but can't
By K. C. Campbell

If you've ever put something in the recycling bin just because ... well, it seemed recyclable, you may have accidentally gummed up the works at your local recycling plant. Find out what to keep out of your bin, so what goes in can be recycled easily and efficiently.

Plastic Bags
Plastic Bottle Caps
Frozen Food Boxes
Soy Milk Cartons
Random Plastic Stuff
Glass Not From Containers
Shredded Paper

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