In the Home

There is a lot of life in the things you have! Save money and reduce waste by making thoughtful choices about clothing, furnishings and appliances. Always remember to Think Beyond The Bin.

Tips for Precycling:

In the Home

In the Kitchen

In the Bathroom

Laundry and Cleaning

Lawn, Garden and Workshop

Grocery Shopping

Other Shopping

Office and Personal Business

For more information:

Precycling Home Page

What is Precycling?

Links

Buy durable, quality goods, then maintain and repair them properly.

Donate still-useful items to charity.

Take hangers back to the dry cleaner.

Wear hand-me-downs.

Resole your old shoes instead of buying new.

Replace incandescent light fixtures with compact fluorescent.

Before you buy something, always ask yourself:

• Do I already have a similar item?
• Can I borrow or rent this item?
• Is the packaging as minimal as possible?
• Is the item and its packaging reusable, refillable or recyclable?
• Is there a less toxic, less wasteful or recycled content alternative?
• Is this item designed for one-time use or multiple uses?
• Is there a durable, rechargeable or repairable alternative?
• Can I repair a similar item I already have?
• Do I really need this item?
• How much of this will I actually use?
• Is there a smaller amount I can buy to fit my needs?

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