Comments on: How can I reuse or recycle newspapers? http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers Creative ideas for reusing and recycling random stuff Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:39:52 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: What can I reuse or recycle to make a moneybox/piggy bank? http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-1055554 What can I reuse or recycle to make a moneybox/piggy bank? Tue, 05 Oct 2010 09:53:45 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-1055554 [...] idea I had was to make a papier mâché chicken from old newspaper and out of date flour. I imagine a hollow plastic ball could be used in the same way instead of the [...] [...] idea I had was to make a papier mâché chicken from old newspaper and out of date flour. I imagine a hollow plastic ball could be used in the same way instead of the [...]

]]> By: What can I reuse or recycle to make a moneybox/piggy bank? | How can I recycle this? http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-1055552 What can I reuse or recycle to make a moneybox/piggy bank? | How can I recycle this? Tue, 05 Oct 2010 09:01:34 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-1055552 [...] idea I had was to make a papier mâché chicken from old newspaper and out of date flour. I imagine a hollow plastic ball could be used in the same way instead of the [...] [...] idea I had was to make a papier mâché chicken from old newspaper and out of date flour. I imagine a hollow plastic ball could be used in the same way instead of the [...]

]]> By: martha http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-1037766 martha Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:32:10 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-1037766 oh are you really looking for a way to recycle newspapers?? i bet you will like my idea. i mostly use newspapers to clean the glass it gives it a nice shiny look try it and you will see oh are you really looking for a way to recycle newspapers??
i bet you will like my idea.
i mostly use newspapers to clean the glass
it gives it a nice shiny look
try it and you will see

]]> By: jonathan dawe http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-1022069 jonathan dawe Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:32:23 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-1022069 hi sara, the compressor contraption, where do i get one? daw_jon@hotmail.com hi sara, the compressor contraption, where do i get one?
daw_jon@hotmail.com

]]> By: Shorty http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-941567 Shorty Thu, 16 Jul 2009 01:21:19 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-941567 Best substitute for packing peanuts. Paper mache is an option, or find a way to give it to a buddy who, say, wakes up later than you. Best substitute for packing peanuts. Paper mache is an option, or find a way to give it to a buddy who, say, wakes up later than you.

]]> By: kl http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-925461 kl Tue, 30 Jun 2009 03:57:17 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-925461 good good

]]> By: frantasia http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-841059 frantasia Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:52:50 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-841059 About the ink on newspapers; a few posters have mentioned that it's not toxic - does this apply to coloured ink on newspaper photos - is this also safe to use on compost, in trenches etc. About the ink on newspapers; a few posters have mentioned that it’s not toxic – does this apply to coloured ink on newspaper photos – is this also safe to use on compost, in trenches etc.

]]> By: scarcity http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-788323 scarcity Mon, 02 Feb 2009 13:52:28 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-788323 you can donate it to the local butchery,shops to use them as wrappers but for the meat u must use a polythene bag first before you use the newspaper i have another idea but ul just have to wait and check it out in my website when its up. you can donate it to the local butchery,shops to use them as wrappers but for the meat u must use a polythene bag first before you use the newspaper i have another idea but ul just have to wait and check it out in my website when its up.

]]> By: Anonymous http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-744731 Anonymous Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:46:10 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-744731 works better than paper towels. just make sure you let the paper absorb the liquid first. works better than paper towels. just make sure you let the paper absorb the liquid first.

]]> By: zen http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-726618 zen Tue, 23 Dec 2008 09:30:47 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-726618 convert newspaper waste into recycle bag. watch this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSfusvAP1vw convert newspaper waste into recycle bag.
watch this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSfusvAP1vw

]]> By: carrie http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-682227 carrie Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:38:30 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-682227 The idea of taking the papers to a shelter is a good one! I also use newspapers in crafts, such as papier mache. Great way to get rid of newspapers, and then have something else that can be art. The idea of taking the papers to a shelter is a good one! I also use newspapers in crafts, such as papier mache. Great way to get rid of newspapers, and then have something else that can be art.

]]> By: Julie http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-655413 Julie Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:33:00 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-655413 Might want to check with your local animal shelter. Our neighborhood collects used newspapers and delivers them periodically. They are always appreciative. Might want to check with your local animal shelter. Our neighborhood collects used newspapers and delivers them periodically. They are always appreciative.

]]> By: Anonymous http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-654387 Anonymous Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:34:06 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-654387 Emanla Eraton wrote: <blockquote>You shouldn’t have too much of a problem with composting newspaper :-). Most newspaper uses soy ink, since it is cheaper. Soy ink is biodegradable, and the ‘paper will probably tell you in a corner or the bottom if it is printed with soy ink.</blockquote> Emanla Eraton wrote:

You shouldn’t have too much of a problem with composting newspaper :-). Most newspaper uses soy ink, since it is cheaper. Soy ink is biodegradable, and the ‘paper will probably tell you in a corner or the bottom if it is printed with soy ink.

]]> By: Araminta Star http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-643178 Araminta Star Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:00:45 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-643178 I have taken old newspapers and made "new paper" out of them -- usually for gift wrap, or book covers. You tear up the paper into fine little bits, put them in a basin of water, then "screen them" -- that is, take window screen nailed to a wooden frame the size and shape you want your paper to be, and scoop the paper bits out of the water until you have an even layer about as thick as you'd like it. Lay the new layer of paper on a drying rack for a day or two. The water usually washes out some of the ink. This is also a great activity to do with children who are fascinated to see how paper is made. I have taken old newspapers and made “new paper” out of them — usually for gift wrap, or book covers. You tear up the paper into fine little bits, put them in a basin of water, then “screen them” — that is, take window screen nailed to a wooden frame the size and shape you want your paper to be, and scoop the paper bits out of the water until you have an even layer about as thick as you’d like it. Lay the new layer of paper on a drying rack for a day or two. The water usually washes out some of the ink. This is also a great activity to do with children who are fascinated to see how paper is made.

]]> By: Emanla Eraton http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-477104 Emanla Eraton Sat, 17 May 2008 22:17:00 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-477104 Most animal shelters will gladly take newspapers. They use it in multiple ways. Most animal shelters will gladly take newspapers. They use it in multiple ways.

]]> By: Emanla Eraton http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-477102 Emanla Eraton Sat, 17 May 2008 22:13:48 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-477102 I don't recommend crumpling the newspaper if you're going to put it in the compost bin. It takes longer to decompose that way. I don’t recommend crumpling the newspaper if you’re going to put it in the compost bin. It takes longer to decompose that way.

]]> By: Rosine http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-432261 Rosine Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:55:25 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-432261 This is very good way to use the newspapers and especially for runner beans as they need a lot of water and it definately works, my mother did this 20 years ago - ahead of her times obviously!!! This is very good way to use the newspapers and especially for runner beans as they need a lot of water and it definately works, my mother did this 20 years ago – ahead of her times obviously!!!

]]> By: sahil http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-346899 sahil Wed, 09 Jan 2008 12:22:44 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-346899 We should sell these to traders who sell these to reusing councils where the paper is de-inked using the bleaching process,chlorinating process etc. We should sell these to traders who sell these to reusing councils where the paper is de-inked using the bleaching process,chlorinating process etc.

]]> By: Clare http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-288286 Clare Sun, 21 Oct 2007 22:42:54 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-288286 You can buy cute little plant-pot makers that take a rolled strip of newspaper and turn them into a little plant pot suitable for seedlings etc. it's better than buying peat pots, and good for things that don't want longer root-systems (eg sweet peas, which prefer empty loo rolls). I know the National Trust sells them, and I think the garden organic website has them too. They're made of wood and look lovely. (not that I want one....!) You can buy cute little plant-pot makers that take a rolled strip of newspaper and turn them into a little plant pot suitable for seedlings etc. it’s better than buying peat pots, and good for things that don’t want longer root-systems (eg sweet peas, which prefer empty loo rolls).

I know the National Trust sells them, and I think the garden organic website has them too. They’re made of wood and look lovely. (not that I want one….!)

]]> By: Penguin http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-255600 Penguin Fri, 24 Aug 2007 20:48:48 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-255600 If you have no garden (second-floor flats tend to do that to you!), do try papier-mache - you'll be amazed at the things you can make, and how durable and sturdy it can be. Tip: If you're in London and travel on the Tube, nab as many copies of the Metro/London Lite/thelondonpaper or any other paper as you think you can handle to recycle, use for mache, use in your garden, whatever. It's free, it's reusing and if you don't take 'em, they'll only sit on the train 'til the depot and be thrown away! Lookee here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/6747565.stm - you'll be doing your bit and getting something you can use! If you have no garden (second-floor flats tend to do that to you!), do try papier-mache – you’ll be amazed at the things you can make, and how durable and sturdy it can be.

Tip: If you’re in London and travel on the Tube, nab as many copies of the Metro/London Lite/thelondonpaper or any other paper as you think you can handle to recycle, use for mache, use in your garden, whatever. It’s free, it’s reusing and if you don’t take ‘em, they’ll only sit on the train ’til the depot and be thrown away! Lookee here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/6747565.stm – you’ll be doing your bit and getting something you can use!

]]> By: Katerina http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-212705 Katerina Mon, 25 Jun 2007 15:09:48 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-212705 sarar wrote: <blockquote>My mum and dad have one of those compressor things that turn old newspapers into fire logs that burn for an hour. It’s a good way to get rid of old paper but I don’t know if it’s the greenest solution… SaraR</blockquote> I know one that is environmentaly friendly and low maintenance(and don't worry if you burn it, - because if you have fireplac ein the house, you would burn wood anyway - and this thing will save you a couple of pennies) http://www.naturalcollection.com/natural-products/Waste-Log-Maker-Fuel-for-Free.aspx sarar wrote:

My mum and dad have one of those compressor things that turn old newspapers into fire logs that burn for an hour. It’s a good way to get rid of old paper but I don’t know if it’s the greenest solution…
SaraR

I know one that is environmentaly friendly and low maintenance(and don’t worry if you burn it, – because if you have fireplac ein the house, you would burn wood anyway – and this thing will save you a couple of pennies)
http://www.naturalcollection.com/natural-products/Waste-Log-Maker-Fuel-for-Free.aspx

]]> By: Rosalind http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-39407 Rosalind Sun, 21 Jan 2007 16:51:04 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-39407 I find putting the newspaper layers down then covering them with grass clippings is good - stops it blowing about and looks nicer. Really works for weeds, especially between rows of veg as it doesn't last forever and it noticeably improves the soil quality once the worms have had their say. You can mulch right up to the stalks of courgettes etc, then you don't get loads of small weeds using the bigger plant as a shelter. I find putting the newspaper layers down then covering them with grass clippings is good – stops it blowing about and looks nicer. Really works for weeds, especially between rows of veg as it doesn’t last forever and it noticeably improves the soil quality once the worms have had their say. You can mulch right up to the stalks of courgettes etc, then you don’t get loads of small weeds using the bigger plant as a shelter.

]]> By: dragonfly http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-38913 dragonfly Sat, 20 Jan 2007 12:52:19 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-38913 shredded or torn newspaper makes a great edible bedding for the red wriggler worms that recycle your kitchen waste. Just soak well, squeeze out and mix with some soil, add worms and voila! The worms love coffee grounds and filters and tea bags too. shredded or torn newspaper makes a great edible bedding for the red wriggler worms that recycle your kitchen waste. Just soak well, squeeze out and mix with some soil, add worms and voila!

The worms love coffee grounds and filters and tea bags too.

]]> By: GirlGenius http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-38167 GirlGenius Thu, 18 Jan 2007 00:27:48 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-38167 If you're creating a new bit of garden bed, a thick layer of newspaper stops weeds coming up. If you feel like investing in a shredder, shredded newspaper makes great mulch for gardens too (helps retain water and keep roots cool in summer, stops roots getting too cold in winter). If you’re creating a new bit of garden bed, a thick layer of newspaper stops weeds coming up. If you feel like investing in a shredder, shredded newspaper makes great mulch for gardens too (helps retain water and keep roots cool in summer, stops roots getting too cold in winter).

]]> By: Amanda Kerik http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-30474 Amanda Kerik Sat, 30 Dec 2006 22:40:26 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-30474 A bit odd, but... 6 layers of paper makes an excellent insulator. Tile in the winter is extremely cold, and if you did it systematically you could tape down a layer of papers that would not only make your feet warmer, but possibly lower your heating bill. I'd recommend taping a thin rug down over the paper, if only for traction and appearance. I might be an over-usage of tape, but it's just an idea. A bit odd, but…

6 layers of paper makes an excellent insulator.

Tile in the winter is extremely cold, and if you did it systematically you could tape down a layer of papers that would not only make your feet warmer, but possibly lower your heating bill.

I’d recommend taping a thin rug down over the paper, if only for traction and appearance.

I might be an over-usage of tape, but it’s just an idea.

]]> By: Rachel http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-16527 Rachel Mon, 04 Dec 2006 21:12:53 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-16527 When I see an article I know a friend would enjoy, I make sure to keep it until the next time I give that friend a present - then I use the paper as the gift wrapping. When I see an article I know a friend would enjoy, I make sure to keep it until the next time I give that friend a present – then I use the paper as the gift wrapping.

]]> By: Emanla Eraton http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-2802 Emanla Eraton Fri, 01 Sep 2006 01:32:26 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-2802 You shouldn't have too much of a problem with composting newspaper :-). Most newspaper uses soy ink, since it is cheaper. Soy ink is biodegradable, and the 'paper will probably tell you in a corner or the bottom if it is printed with soy ink. You shouldn’t have too much of a problem with composting newspaper :-). Most newspaper uses soy ink, since it is cheaper. Soy ink is biodegradable, and the ‘paper will probably tell you in a corner or the bottom if it is printed with soy ink.

]]> By: Emanla Eraton http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-1922 Emanla Eraton Tue, 15 Aug 2006 23:23:55 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-1922 Most newspaper is OK to compost, since it uses soy ink, which is biodegradable. Most newspaper is OK to compost, since it uses soy ink, which is biodegradable.

]]> By: Rosie http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-229 Rosie Tue, 27 Jun 2006 00:23:16 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-229 Screwes up newspaper shine up stainless ateel sinks too. The newsprint is a fine abrasive..no scratches1 Rosie:) Screwes up newspaper shine up stainless ateel sinks too. The newsprint is a fine abrasive..no scratches1

Rosie:)

]]> By: Johnny K http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers/comment-page-1#comment-89 Johnny K Sat, 13 May 2006 11:55:42 +0000 http://www.recyclethis.co.uk/20060509/how-can-i-reuse-or-recycle-%e2%80%a6-newspapers#comment-89 Agree with John, when combined with potatoes and vinegar you get super clean glass. Agree with John, when combined with potatoes and vinegar you get super clean glass.

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