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Wrapping Paper
Instructions
Put common wrapping paper in the blue recycling cart. All paper with a slick, plastic coating, or a shiny, metallic sheen, should be placed in the grey, landfill cart.
Alternatives
Reuse all wrapping paper for as many times as possible before disposal. When you do buy wrapping paper, opt for recycled content and avoid shiny paper. You can also use cloth, expired newspaper and paper grocery bags, to wrap gifts.
Facts
In the paper recycling process, shiny wrapping paper may leave metallic flecks as a residue. Shiny or metallic paper should be sent to the landfill.
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