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How to Build an Under-Counter Recycling System

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What does it take to build a new habit into your life?

The easier it is to integrate, the more likely the desired change will stick.

When it comes to recycling one of the biggest challenges to overcome is what system to set up and where do you store all of those empty containers, bottles, and boxes.

LifeHacker to the rescue! They’ve got the skinny on a wonderful DIY in-counter recycling system that may just be perfect for those with smaller homes or apartments.

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If you live in the suburbs then your garage probably gives you ample room for storing your recycling in between recycling center runs.

If you live in an urban area somewhere then you’re either taking your recycling out every other day or you’re looking for a space-saving way to sort it.

If one of these 5 affordable and great recycling systems doesn’t work for you space, would you consider tackling this DIY project?

This project originally appeared on Ikea Hacker, and here’s the gist of how it is assembled:

“We took an Akurum cupboard with Applad doors and handles to match our Ikea kitchen. Put the worktop on which is also used in the kitchen and cut two round holes in it. We sealed and glued the inside cut with edging strip which came with the work top. As lids we used some wooden food plates which Ikea sold in the summer and added Ikea door knobs. In order for the lids not to fall through we cut the holes in the Akurum top about 2 cm smaller than the one in the worktop.”

I love that this project provides easy access to under counter recycling bins but the handy lids mean that you don’t have to sacrifice coveted counter space.

If, however, you’d rather not go cutting holes in your counter tops, check out this pull-out 2 bin under counter recycling system. It’s a little less DIY and will set you back $96.

The next biggest challenge to a new recycling system is knowing what you can recycle. As I always suggest, Earth911.org is your one-stop-shop for all recycling questions.

 

Here are 5 items you can recycle that you didn’t think you could.

 

Do you live in a small space but still manage to have a recycling system that works for you (or want to have one)? Share it in the comments.

Jeffrey
Jeffrey

I think every little step toward living green is an awesome one… but eco-snobbery sucks! My goal is to help newbies learn the most important steps toward living green — individually and collectively. Personally, I strive to have as little impact as possible on Planet Earth while I'm here.

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JeffreyI think every little step toward living green is an awesome one... but eco-snobbery sucks! My goal is to help newbies learn the most important steps toward living green -- individually and collectively. Personally, I strive to have as little impact as possible on Planet Earth while I'm here.

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JoshuaAs an advocate for good health, I usually try to choose the 'greener' option over other more dangerous and/or wasteful options. Generally, if it's bad for your health or the planet, I try to avoid it. In my effort to live green... on a budget, I like to find new (healthier) budget-friendly ways to do things -- from eating and cleaning to recycling and home decorating. My goal is to help you take the chore out of living green by sharing fun new ecofriendly ideas that you can try today... or any day! My all-time favorite way to live green is to repurpose items and give them a new use -- I've written a lot of useful DIY articles.

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LynnetteMy experience with living green consists of taking baby steps (like making one big change each year as my New Year's resolution) -- because I've seen too many people burn out on trying to 'Save the Planet'. I share a lot of Simple Ways To Go Green, as I find new and successful strategies that have worked for me. While I'm baby-stepping my ecofriendly habits in life, you will find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites).

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