From Mirrors and Photo Frames to Car Windows and Whiskey Glasses: What Glass Should Not Go in the Bottle Bank?

Why Other Types of Glass Shouldn’t Go in the Bottle Bank

There are other types of glass with different compositions from packaging glass. These are often processed or heat-resistant, and if they end up in the bottle bank, they disrupt the recycling process. Examples include:

• Mirrors

• Window glass (including from photo frames)

• Car windows

• Oven dishes

• Tea glasses

• Decanters

• Wine glasses

• Whiskey glasses

• Decorative bottles

• Vases

• Ashtrays

• Black glass

• Light bulbs and fluorescent tubes

These types of glass should not be placed in the bottle bank. Depending on the type, they should go into regular waste or be taken to a recycling center.

What About Ceramics, Stone, and Porcelain?

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