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

What About Ceramics, Stone, and Porcelain?

Watch out for CSP: ceramics, stone, and porcelain. Many people don’t know what to do with old jenever crocks or sometimes even throw cups and plates into the bottle bank. But these items do not belong there. They should go in general waste or be taken to a recycling center.

Bottle Bank or Not? It’s Still Confusing

Sorting waste can be tricky. For example, greasy pizza boxes don’t belong in paper recycling – they go in general waste. And milk cartons? Those go with PMD (plastic, metal, and drink cartons) due to their plastic lining.

Plus, not all municipalities collect PMD separately. If you’re ever unsure about where to throw something away, you can always consult the Waste Sorting Guide from Milieu Centraal.

This guide will also show you where to dispose of glass items like those listed above. Some can go in general waste, others need to be taken to a recycling center, glass dealer, or special flat glass collection point. For example, window glass from home renovations is considered flat glass. Visit the Vlakglas Recycling Nederland website to learn more about flat glass and find collection points near you.