How can I recycle foam boxes from keep cool products?
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Heres one that may work for you...https://www.hometalk.com/diy/decorate/rooms/got-an-old-styrofoam-box-make-it-into-a-planter-12952903
Got an Old Styrofoam Box? Make It Into A Planter!
If you have a city or county recycling center you should contact them to see if they can accommodate the items you have. Many of these centers have specific companies who regularly collect styrofoam and other unusual products instead of having people throw them in the trash.
You can cut and carve styrofoam with a serrated knife (plain knives make a mess and break the foam). Don't use a hot glue gun on it, it melts and leaves holes in the foam. Hopefully, these tips will help...
My city doesn't have styrofoam recycling. I've been told it can be crushed an added to soil but the soil here doesn't need that. Any other thoughts?
Thanks.
L garden in containers, big ones like half barrels and plastic garbage cans. Saves on old bones. You can break up the Styrofoam and use it for filler in the bottom of the containers.
Good idea! Thanks
You could also check to see if your local food bank would like them. Since they keep cold food cold . Also local churches may be able to use them for the same reason. I am going to see if my church is interested in mine and the cold gel packs that also come in the containers.
If you have a large freezer with a lot of empty space use the blocks to take up the space to make the freezer run more efficiently.
I used a few as fake Christmas presents on the lawn near an evergreen. I used red duct tape to resemble ribbon and topped them with big red bows purchased at Walmart (I think). I also have put a hole near the top of both sides, put some plastic rope with a knot on the inside (both sides.) and voila, a handle for carrying food to the beach or a picnic. I've actually left a few at my church so they could use them as they like. I know they DO build up; And the ice packs, too!
I cut pieces and use in silk flower arrangements
how about putting a few together to make them bigger use in winter to shelter fearral cats
Yes, larger ones are great homes for cats. Duck tape the lid then cut an opening in the end just large enough for the cat to get in. Keeps them nice & warm.
Amazing ideas! My friend taught art to preschoolers and she gathered up lots of styrofoam along the roadside (garbage day) and she and the kids made boats! Of course at some point the boats come to their end, but....