White goods
When it comes to being green, make sure you’re whiter than white!
Old fridges can be damaging to the environment so they need to be disposed of by specialists.
How should I recycle them?
- Check if your nearest recycling centre accepts white goods, then make sure you ask someone at the facility to dispose of your item for you.
- Your local authority will also collect bulky white goods items such as fridges and washing machines for you, although they may charge you for this service.
- Similary, a commercial company may be able to collect your fridge or freezer. The DTI directory allows you to search for relevant companies.
- If you are buying a new appliance, check with the store whether they can take your old one away for recycling at the same time. You may even be able to arrange a part-exchange!
What else can I do with them?
Give your appliance a new home!
If your appliance is still in good working order - ask family, friends and neighbours if they have a use for it.
- A member of Freecycle may also be grateful to take it
- There are also community organisations who accept donations of used white goods in order to pass them onto someone else:
