Commercial Cardboard & Paper Waste Bins

Is Cardboard Recyclable?

Yes, cardboard is fully recyclable and one of the most commonly recycled materials worldwide. Most types, including boxes, sheets, rolls, greeting cards, and corrugated cardboard, can be recycled easily.

However, cardboard contaminated with food, grease, oil, paint, or other liquids cannot be processed and should be disposed of separately.

Keeping your cardboard clean and dry ensures it can be efficiently recycled into new packaging and paper products.

Types of Cardboard Waste

Cardboard waste refers to any used item made from thick, durable, or multi-layered paper-based material. For recycling, it must be clean, dry, and free from contamination.

Common recyclable types of cardboard include:

• Corrugated cardboard – strong layered material used for shipping and storage boxes
• Paperboard – single-layered card found in juice cartons and packaging sleeves
• Cardboard tubes – circular packaging for posters, fabric, or household products
• Parcels and packaging – boxes from deliveries and online orders
• Storage boxes – ideal for office moves or storing items
• Food packaging – such as cereal, biscuit, and egg boxes

Recycling these materials helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and support sustainable business operations.

Who Needs Commercial Cardboard Waste Collection?

Nearly every business generates cardboard waste in some form, from small office packaging and food boxes to large volumes from retail and hospitality operations.

Companies such as restaurants, retailers, caterers, distributors, and wholesalers often produce significant amounts of cardboard that require regular commercial recycling collections.

Whether you need occasional pickups or a scheduled service for bulk waste, professional cardboard recycling helps keep your business sustainable, compliant, and clutter-free.

Can You Mix Cardboard and Paper Recycling?

Yes, paper and thin cardboard can usually be recycled together as both are made from similar wood fibres.

However, corrugated cardboard with its thicker, multi-layered structure is often processed separately to maintain recycling quality and efficiency.