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On: Dec 28, 2020

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You might be surprised to learn that scrap metals can be a significant source of income, especially if you are in the middle of home renovations or you have access to larger amounts of metal waste. Scrap metal collection allows you to help make natural materials available to manufacturers while generating extra income and getting […]

Lead Prices Per Pound

On: Nov 16, 2020

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Scrap metal prices in London, and the UK in general, are not stable and can fluctuate due to a number of different factors. For example, they can vary greatly based on the market demand, the quality of metal you’re scrapping, and even from scrap yard to scrap yard. And the same holds true when it […]

How to get rid of old furniture

On: Oct 14, 2020

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How to get rid of old furniture Every once in a while, there comes a moment when you just want to refresh the interior design of your home, and the easiest way to go about it, without starting a messy and time-consuming renovation, is replacing your old furniture with new stylish pieces. With this simple […]

Why Can’t You Recycle Paper Coffee Cups?

On: Sep 16, 2020

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Coffee is the most popular hot beverage around the globe. It is beloved by a countless number of people, but coffee is also responsible for a lot of waste, mostly attributed to paper coffee cups. As a society, we go through approximately half a trillion of such cups each year. You might have thought that […]

6 Recyclable Household Items and Materials

On: Sep 8, 2020

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The fact that planet Earth needs saving is nothing new to society. We all are aware of the looming consequences of our damaging lifestyles and realize that saving the world has to be a team effort. Everyone should contribute in their own way in order to make the planet last for generations to come; every […]

The best tools for metal scrapping

On: Jul 20, 2020

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Scrapping is easier with the right equipment – especially if you plan on regularly scrapping bigger items. To make this whole process more effective, you need tools that can help you separate different materials, clean them, and, finally, transport them to your chosen scrapyard in London or your local area. You need to keep in […]

Tyre recycling guide

On: Jun 23, 2020

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Tyres that are in good working condition are essential for your car to be able to safely transport you from one place to another. And when it comes to road safety, there’s no room for savings – driving with damaged tyres can end up damaging the vehicle itself, but, even more importantly, it can lead […]

Can lead be recycled?

On: May 21, 2020

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Even though lead is not as commonly used anymore as it once was, it can still be found in some of the products you have in your house. For example, it’s an important component of modern batteries, so if you have any battery-powered appliances around the house – and you definitely have at least a […]

Steps to remember before recycling your computer

On: May 11, 2020

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You need to decide what to do with an old computer when you choose to replace it with a newer model. Many people simply store their old electronic devices somewhere in the house, thinking that they may be useful in the future – but in reality, it’s very rarely the case. The only thing it […]

Most expensive mistakes to avoid with scrap metal pickup

On: Mar 16, 2020

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Scrap metal recycling is popular because it offers many benefits. It’s not only beneficial for the environment, but also for your own wallet. Some people earn extra money regularly thanks to good scrap metal recycling prices. And if you have a lot of metal items, or house appliances that contain metals, that you no longer […]

What types of metal can’t you recycle?

On: Feb 7, 2020

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In recent years, more and more people are learning about the importance of recycling. That’s why the recycling rates for materials like plastic, glass, and paper are constantly going up. But we can collect and recycle a lot more than just everyday household waste. In reality, some of the most recycled materials on the planet […]

Best places to find scrap metal

On: Jan 15, 2020

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Metals are used in the manufacturing process of various goods and appliances. This, combined with the fact that lately, people are more inclined to recycle the items they no longer need, than simply throwing them away creates great opportunities for those interested in starting their own scrap business.

Ferrous and non-ferrous scrap. What is the difference?

On: Dec 16, 2019

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We’re getting more and more used to recycling different materials. We already segregate plastics, glass, and paper, it’s not a surprise then that people are getting interested in scrap metal recycling as well. But while you can simply arrange a scrap metal removal and the collectors will take care of everything for you, it’s a […]

5 recycling trends coming soon

On: Nov 13, 2019

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Recycling is one of the easiest things we can do to help our planet get in better shape. The amount of waste we, as a society, produce is increasing over time, and without taking care of this issue right away, we’re going to end up in serious trouble. It’s not a surprise then that many […]

How much is scrap metal worth?

On: Oct 21, 2019

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Almost every metal can be recycled without losing its quality, and this makes scrap metal recycling very popular and very profitable. It’s simply a lot more cost-effective to reuse materials we already have than to mine and process new ones. Not to mention that it’s better for the environment as well. Reduced mining leads to […]

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