April 17, 2012
Rubbermaid Hidden Recycler Review and Giveaway
This recycler can go right on a cupboard door and collapses if it is not filled. I like this because it takes up less space that way. It is big enough to fit at least a weeks worth of recycling. I like that it is machine washable in case you spill something sticky in the bag. The bag is very functional and I am excited to start using it. It takes about a minute to put together and is easy to clean.
Here is some information about the features of the product:
- Easy attachment to a cabinet door with hooks included with the product or screws
- A convenient handle allows the bag to easily be transported to wherever your recycling is stored for pick-up or transport
- A 5 gallon bag that holds up to 36 12-ounce cans and can fit a milk jug
- The bag has a leak-proof liner and is machine washable to make it easy to clean after any unexpected spills
- The bag is soft-sided allowing for flexibility inside any cabinet
- The bag and all packaging is made from recyclable material, and the product is recyclable
The recycler is very affordable at only $15.99. It can be purchased online or at Meijer. Finally, the bag is also made from recycled materials which is very neat. I like this hidden recycler and would definitely recommend it.
Disclosure: I received this product for free to test out. I was not required to write a review. All opinions are my own. I did not receive any compensation for this post.
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We reuse everything we can rather than throw it out around here. For example, coffee grounds can be added to the brown material from the compost pile to enhance nutriion to the plants in the garden (plants love the acidity from the grounds and really respond by growing beautifully). We also take the wax from our candle warming system and instead of tossing it out when it loses it's scent, we pour the wax into a glass spaghetti jar with a new wick and we make multi-colored emergency candles for when the electricity goes out during storms. We have hundreds of ideas that we enthusiastically use. This would be a very wonderful prize to add to our conservation efforts!
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Only run a full dishwasher!
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