Ways To Reuse Your Christmas Tree

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

 

On the days following Christmas, one of the most common items found on the curb is the Christmas tree that many feel has served its purpose. However, although your tree may no longer be needed to act as a symbol of the holiday season, there are several other ways it can be used around your home so that it doesn't end up in the trash immediately following the holiday's end. See below for three ways that you can reuse your Christmas tree this year:

1. Fire Starter: Rather then spend money on fire wood for your fire pit or fire place, use your tree's trunk and branches instead! However, before you use it to start a flame, be sure that all ornaments and tinsel has been removed.
2. Mulch: Loose tree needles that you often find yourself sweeping up after the holidays can be a great source of mulch for your garden during the winter season. If you have a garden that you'd like to see thrive in spring, consider using your Christmas tree's needles to help.
3. Bird Feeder: Although the saying goes that birds fly south for the winter, there are still plenty around that need to be fed. Using your branches and a small dab of peanut butter, you can be your local birds' saving grace when it comes to finding food. To make your own bird feeder, cover a few branches in peanut butter or a similar substance, then dip it in bird seed and place it outside!

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Of course, if you're not looking to keep your tree around for much longer, the best thing you can do is dispose of it properly! To find out how your tree can be recycled, contact your local waste management department and inquire if there is a tree recycling program you can participate in.

At Boro Wide Recycling, we work to keep our planet safe by providing comprehensive recycling services to commercial and residential customers. Join us in our efforts! Contact us to learn how we can help you in your recycling efforts, and don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.

5 Tips To Recycle Your Way Through The Holidays

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

 

While it may only be December 2, most people are already in the midst of the holiday craze. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday behind us, packages are flying off the shelves by the dozens - but that means so is wrapping paper, tissue paper, bows and ribbon.

Although it can be easy to get caught up in all of the excitement that this time of year brings, it's important to keep the environment in mind as you go. After all, the holiday season is a time of giving, so why not give back to the environment too? To help you continue with your green efforts, we've collected 5 simple ways that you can recycle this holiday season; see below:

1. Save any gift bags and boxes that you receive and reuse them this season or tuck them away for next year.
2. Reuse tissue paper that your gifts are packaged in to store delicate holiday decorations at the end of this season.
3. When purchasing wrapping paper, look for products that are made from recycled paper. Or, be creative and wrap gifts with other household items like old newspapers instead!
4. Turn off all holiday lights and decorations during the day.
5. Decorate your tree with homemade ornaments rather than buy a new set.

Though these actions may seem small, the result of a collective effort isn't! This holiday season, we'll do our part; will you do yours? Be sure to visit us on our Facebook or Twitter page and let us know how you plan to contribute to the larger recycling efforts during the most wonderful time of the year!