Materials for Recycling
Following is a list of materials that can be recycled in Fairfax County. You will find instructions on how to prepare recyclables for collection, what contaminants to avoid, and where to take them for recycling.
Many of the materials can be set out at the curb (see chart: English, Spanish) or taken to a recycling drop-off center. Others are only accepted at special collection events. See the specific material for more information. To find out what happens to recyclables after they are collected, take our online tour of a material recovery facility.
Trying to sell or even give away your old piano, cat tree, party decorations, or any other number of things? Search through an online community! These services allow members to view or list items at no cost. Go to the Clean Fairfax Council Web site (bottom of the external links page) to learn more.


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