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Find out about recycling in West Sussex

Wallpaper

How to dispose of wallpaper.

4 rolls of wallpaper.

You can place wallpaper in your general household waste or take it to your local Recycling Centre (RC).

  • Put in your general waste bin

    Wallpaper can't be recycled, so please place it in your general waste bin.

  • Which RC container

    Use the general household waste container.

  • Which RC accepts this waste

    All our recycling centres accept wallpaper.

  • 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.
  • You could also...

    • use wallpaper scraps for DIY or craft projects. Search online for inspiration.
Last updated:
13 November 2024
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