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Can you recycle fairy lights?
Special drop-off only
Fairy lights isn’t a curbside item, but it can be handled through a scrap or e-waste.
| Goes in | Scrap or e-waste |
|---|---|
| Category | 🏠 Household & Misc |
| Verdict | Special |
How to prepare fairy lights
Take string lights to a scrap-metal or e-waste drop-off.
Quick checklist before you bin it
- Take string lights to a scrap-metal or e-waste drop-off.
- Confirm acceptance on your city or hauler’s recycling list — rules vary.
- Can’t recycle it locally? Some scrap yards pay for the copper.
Why?
Tangly wire studded with bulbs jams curbside equipment.
Better option
Some scrap yards pay for the copper.
FAQ: Fairy lights
Can I put fairy lights in the curbside recycling bin?
Fairy lights isn’t a curbside item, but it can be handled through a scrap or e-waste.
How should I dispose of fairy lights?
Scrap or e-waste. Take string lights to a scrap-metal or e-waste drop-off.
Why isn’t fairy lights recyclable?
Tangly wire studded with bulbs jams curbside equipment.
What can I do with fairy lights instead?
Some scrap yards pay for the copper.