cardboard -recycle or yard waste?

[TrudyM]

I noticed that old cardboard is listed under recycle and cardboard boxes under yardwaste. I have many time used moving boxes do I put them out as recycle but they won't fit in those clear bags. or on Wed. with the yard waste. Also it says biodegradable bags for yard waste can I use a cardboard box. I could in Seattle but they do things different here.

[billethkid]

You don't have to put the cardboard in anything. Just set them at the curb once per week on the Thursday pick up.

I usually flatten them and leave them in a stack. Or use one to hold the ones broken down.

[fred53]

I noticed that old cardboard is listed under recycle and cardboard boxes under yardwaste. I have many time used moving boxes do I put them out as recycle but they won't fit in those clear bags. or on Wed. with the yard waste. Also it says biodegradable bags for yard waste can I use a cardboard box. I could in Seattle but they do things different here.

in Sanibel the recycle truck takes cardboard boxes...if they're large you're supposed to break them down. How about a website where you read that cardboard boxes are yard waste as I haven't seen that anywhere...

As for what they do in Seattle...you aren't in Seattle as I'm not in Maine so I don't compare things done here to there...apples/oranges mate...

[TrudyM]

in Sanibel the recycle truck takes cardboard boxes...if they're large you're supposed to break them down. How about a website where you read that cardboard boxes are yard waste as I haven't seen that anywhere...

As for what they do in Seattle...you aren't in Seattle as I'm not in Maine so I don't compare things done here to there...apples/oranges mate...

I said I wasn't in Seattle and recognize they do things different here that's why I asked the question. And it is page 30 of the Resident Guide not online. Also I was asking if a cardboard box would be accepted as a biodegradable container for yard waste. Sorry if I bothered you, I thought the purpose of this forum was to ask questions. I will call them direct.

[KathieI]

I'm sorry for some rudeness by people on this forum, Trudy. Your question was quite reasonable as we have all had those questions upon moving here.

I agree with BTK, I usually put the boxes out, although not broken down because of my back problems, on the 2nd pick up of the week, which is the recycled pickup. They have always picked up my boxes that way. If I can, I put smaller ones inside the larger ones.

I apologize for other peoples lack of manners.

[dbussone]

I noticed that old cardboard is listed under recycle and cardboard boxes under yardwaste. I have many time used moving boxes do I put them out as recycle but they won't fit in those clear bags. or on Wed. with the yard waste. Also it says biodegradable bags for yard waste can I use a cardboard box. I could in Seattle but they do things different here.


Trudy - I have not seen a box used to hold yard compost for pickup. I can tell you that they seem to be very picky, even specifically noting the dimensions of the paper bag they want people to use. These can be picked up at Publix, Winn Dixie, or the 2 home improvement stores on 441. Most of our stuff is tree debris so we break it into manageably sized pieces and just stack it at the end of our driveway. Do you know the pickup day for yard trash in your village? It is a separate day of its own - not on the days that rubbish or household recyclables are picked up.

Here is a website you can use to get more information about pickups depending upon where you live: Sanitation Information (http://www.districtgov.org/community/sanitation.aspx)

[TrudyM]

Trudy - I have not seen a box used to hold yard compost for pickup. I can tell you that they seem to be very picky, even specifically noting the dimensions of the paper bag they want people to use. These can be picked up at Publix, Winn Dixie, or the 2 home improvement stores on 441. Most of our stuff is tree debris so we break it into manageably sized pieces and just stack it at the end of our driveway. Do you know the pickup day for yard trash in your village? It is a separate day of its own - not on the days that rubbish or household recyclables are picked up.

Here is a website you can use to get more information about pickups depending upon where you live: Sanitation Information (http://www.districtgov.org/community/sanitation.aspx)
Thanks guys that is what I needed.
So only the yard waste paper bags ok that answers that
And yes Yard waste here is Wednesday apparently. Good to know as biodegradable which is what their instructions say is a wide category.

[TrudyM]

I'm sorry for some rudeness by people on this forum, Trudy. Your question was quite reasonable as we have all had those questions upon moving here.

I agree with BTK, I usually put the boxes out, although not broken down because of my back problems, on the 2nd pick up of the week, which is the recycled pickup. They have always picked up my boxes that way. If I can, I put smaller ones inside the larger ones.

I apologize for other peoples lack of manners.


Thanks for the kind words. So boxes out on Recycle day only Thanks

[dbussone]

Thanks guys that is what I needed.

So only the yard waste paper bags ok that answers that

And yes Yard waste here is Wednesday apparently. Good to know as biodegradable which is what their instructions say is a wide category.


You are most welcome. Welcome and don't be afraid to ask questions. My Dad said there is no such thing as a stupid question. I would add "but there are some answers that are not relevant."

[fred53]

I said I wasn't in Seattle and recognize they do things different here that's why I asked the question. And it is page 30 of the Resident Guide not online. Also I was asking if a cardboard box would be accepted as a biodegradable container for yard waste. Sorry if I bothered you, I thought the purpose of this forum was to ask questions. I will call them direct.

and it was more than question asking...if you'd have quoted the passage perhaps it could be interpreted differently as the guide I received didn't say no to cardboard boxes of any kind...pretty sure it's the same guide...

You didn't bother me I just don't see the relevance in telling folks what they do somewhere else...it's useless information in your quest to get and answer your question. Your reasoning is not in agreement with mine and that's okay as we're never to old to learn...he said with a grin and not a smirk...

If a person can't take useful criticism on line where millions can read it then they ought to stick to the phone and face to face discussion...

A forum is a place to give an take ideas and in doing so enlightening others and themselves in the process. Personally I don't take offense when others point out things I might say or do...but I do take it into consideration...hey we're all human...?

Please feel free to be touchy...it's the internet after all...oh and please provide the quote from that booklet...thanks

[fred53]

I noticed that old cardboard is listed under recycle and cardboard boxes under yardwaste. I have many time used moving boxes do I put them out as recycle but they won't fit in those clear bags. or on Wed. with the yard waste. Also it says biodegradable bags for yard waste can I use a cardboard box. I could in Seattle but they do things different here.

"Cardboard and Chipboard

Acceptable: Corrugated cardboard, cereal or cracker boxes, shoe boxes, milk cartons, egg cartons, juice boxes and frozen food boxes. Flatten clean, corrugated cardboard or chipboard.

Break down and place in bundles no larger than 3’x3’ in size. Remove liners from cereal/cracker boxes."

Not sure what you read and since you won't copy the instructions from where you got it it's not possible to understand your issue.

[CFrance]

and it was more than question asking...if you'd have quoted the passage perhaps it could be interpreted differently as the guide I received didn't say no to cardboard boxes of any kind...pretty sure it's the same guide...

You didn't bother me I just don't see the relevance in telling folks what they do somewhere else...it's useless information in your quest to get and answer your question. Your reasoning is not in agreement with mine and that's okay as we're never to old to learn...he said with a grin and not a smirk...

If a person can't take useful criticism on line where millions can read it then they ought to stick to the phone and face to face discussion...

A forum is a place to give an take ideas and in doing so enlightening others and themselves in the process. Personally I don't take offense when others point out things I might say or do...but I do take it into consideration...hey we're all human...?

Please feel free to be touchy...it's the internet after all...oh and please provide the quote from that booklet...thanks
I think it's interesting to hear how things were done in different parts of the country. If we all stuck to only what pertains 100% to the topic (which she started anyway), this could get pretty boring.

You could always try putting yard waste in a cardboard box. It'll take one week to find out, and then you'll know.

My husband has a chair out in the garage, a cocktail, a radio, and a box cutter. Sounds scary, but he's just enjoying himself while cutting and flattening boxes.

[Barefoot]

My husband has a chair out in the garage, a cocktail, a radio, and a box cutter.
My husband spends the night in the garage fixing the RC planes he crashed that morning. Your husband is focused on cutting up boxes. Men, gotta love em.

[Uberschaf]

Maybe I'm wrong but I think black plastic yard bags are ok for yard waste.

[Barefoot]

Maybe I'm wrong but I think black plastic yard bags are ok for yard waste.
I thought the whole idea of using paper bags for yard waste is that the paper bags used are biodegradable and plastic is not. :confused:

[redwitch]

Technically, yard waste is supposed to be either in the large paper bags or tied into bundles. Most of our garbage guys are nice enough to pick things up regardless, but not all. So, you do risk not having yard waste not picked up if in the black bags or left loose. Lady Lake is more stringent about this, especially refusing to pick up loose branches if not tied together.

[Bogie Shooter]

Maybe I'm wrong but I think black plastic yard bags are ok for yard waste.

Yes, you are wrong. This is a polite reply to your statement.