subject: Recycling old and unwanted kitchen appliances [print this page] Recycling old and unwanted kitchen appliances
If you've recently bought some brand new appliances for your kitchen, you may be pondering the best way to get rid of your unwanted appliances to make room for your new purchases.
The facts are that there are many ways for you to dispose of your existing kitchen appliances, be it a range cooker, steam oven or dishwasher. It is important though to remember the current state of the world and consider recycling your unwanted appliance in some way.
As a specialist in kitchen appliances, we've noted below some of the most popular ways that people choose to recycle their old appliances.
1) Give the appliance to a friend or relative.
Do you have a friend who has an old, broken dishwasher? A family member who is out of work? Ask around your friends and family to find out if anybody you know requires any of the appliances you're trying to get rid of. This is one of our favourite options as it means the unwanted appliance continues to be used by somebody who needs it, you never know - they might even offer you some cash for it.
2) Try one of the various recycling websites.
The web has made it possible for people to sell all kinds of items online and kitchen appliances are no exception. A quick internet search for recycling will bring up a host of websites which allow you to offer your appliances for sale or as a freebie. The advantage of this option is that the person who is taking the appliance will normally come and collect it from you, saving you potentially hiring a van or forcing the appliance into a small car.
3) Return to the manufacturer or store.
An increasing trend in appliance manufacturers and retailers is to offer to dispose of your existing appliances for nothing. Sometimes this means taking it to them yourselves, which isn't always easy. In most cases they will take your old appliances away when they deliver your newly purchased ones.
4) Visit a scrap metal dealer.
Metal is a valuable commodity at the moment and most appliances have a fairly substantial metal content. It may be worth taking a trip to your local scrap metal dealer and ask for their best price to dispose and recycle the appliance.
We hope these tips have been helpful to you and that you've made the decision to recycle your unwanted appliances, doing your bit for the planet.
