You can place wallpaper in your general household waste or take it to your local recycling centre (RC).
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Put in your general waste bin
Wallpaper can't be recycled, so please place it in your general waste bin.
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Which RC container
Use the general household waste container.
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Which RC accepts this waste
All our recycling centres accept wallpaper.
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Further information
- Wallpaper cannot go in your recycling bin as there are different types of wallpaper and not all of them are made from just paper.
- There may be residue of adhesives, paint or plaster on the paper, along with special coatings that mean it cannot be recycled.
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You could also...
- use wallpaper scraps for DIY or craft projects. Search online for inspiration.
- Last updated:
- 11 January 2024