11 uses and recycling methods for wine corks
- Compost You may finely cut corks and add them to your compost pile
- this is the epitome of converting waste into treasure.
- Reuse Laithwaites, the largest online and mail-order wine retailer in the United Kingdom, has put cork recycling bins at its ten outlets.
- Clorks Give your corks a new lease of life as a clock.
- Place settings
- Corkboard
- Ornaments
- Donate
- Recycle
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Can I recycle corks from wine bottles?
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- Vinny, What is the most effective way to dispose of wine corks? John, Sammamish, Washington Dear John, Check your local recycling requirements, however you may recycle the majority of synthetic corks and screwcaps.
Natural corks are biodegradable and can be disposed of in the garbage or compost bin, if desired. There are other businesses that gather natural corks and transform them into new products. There are several organizations that run cork recycling drop-off facilities, including Cork Forest Conservation Alliance and ReCork.