The Mode Premium Recycling Center sold at Williams Sonoma is a Jack-of-All Trades. It stores paper, plastic, and aluminum and has a built-in compactor. It also features a carbon filter in the lid to control odors. $279.95.

I just trotted out to the garage with my recycling bin and as I work toward becoming a paperless office my bin is getting lighter and lighter!  It feels good to support the planet by becoming more eco-conscious but sometimes that is not enough incentive to get us moving in the right direction.  I think it’s important to set yourself up for success from the get go by creating a environment that supports good habits.   This means an easy place to store your recyclables that fit seamlessly into your home and therefore becomes a part of your everyday routine.   And there’s really no excuse because no matter what your style is, there’s a bin out there with your name on it.   

The Container Store is selling this one for yard work but I think it would also be a great recycling bin for bottles and cans at parties. It holds a standard lawn bag and when you are done, it folds up for easy storage. $14.99

Even the finest castles have to find a spot for recyclables. This crushed stone and resin model would fit in seamlessly by the pool. On sale for $256.90

You can count on Viva Terra to take it to another level. Recycled barn wood is used to make a recycling bin. Now that's taking it full circle. $55

Simple Human makes such great products that are super simple and stylish. This trash/recycling combo opens easily with the foot pedal and has a slow-mo lid closing mechanism to keep it quiet. $179.99

Regarding paper recycling, it might help to cut down what is coming into your home by checking out these websites: 

Catalog Choice - Choose the catalogs you want and ditch others.

41 Pounds – The average adult receives 41 pounds of junk mail each year.  Their service stops 80-95% of unwanted catalogs and junk mail for you. They’ll contact dozens of companies on your behalf for $41 for five years.

We have to think in a whole new mind-set as we move to becoming more eco-friendly but it is going to pay off in the long run with healthier habits and a cleaner planet.  If you want to learn more about eco-friendly furnishings, please visit my friend Jennae at Green Your Decor!

~Lorrie

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