Bin colours
What goes in the red bin or box?
Usually: Paper and card, glass, or textiles in some areas. Red is less common, so its use varies most.
Red bins, boxes and bags are used by a minority of councils, often for paper and card or for glass. A few areas use red sacks for textiles or small electricals on recycling days.
Tips for your red bin or box
- Look at the sticker or leaflet that came with the box.
- If in doubt, search your postcode on this site and open your council's page.
Check what your council uses
Because colours vary, the only sure answer comes from your council. Enter your postcode to go straight to its bin pages.