Are you preparing for new carpet? Congrats! Do you how to properly discard your old carpet? There is a right and wrong way to go about this.
Technically, carpet can be thrown away in the garbage. But given the size, it may not be accepted in your curbside trash can. You may need to wait for bulk pick-up days or bring your carpet to a designated drop-off area. Call your city or town government to find out the rules.
You may want to go the recycling route. This is a win-win situation. You can get rid of unwanted carpet while being part of the solution. You may be wondering what happens after you drop off the carpet for recycling. Recycled carpet is typically turned back into plastic resin to be used to create other products. It can also become new carpet, in the form of fiber or backing. The plastic recovered from carpet can become products ranging from roof shingles to auto parts to park benches.
So, are you ready to take the plunge? Your dealer is a good place to start to inquire about recycling options. Some companies will pick up your carpet, but only if you live close to their facility. This website is a good resource, too.