In Coventry, there are specific items that should not be placed in each type of bin. Here’s a summary of the restricted items for the blue-lidded (recycling), brown-lidded (garden waste), and green-lidded (household waste) bins:
| Bin Type | Not Allowed Items |
|---|---|
| Blue-lidded | - Plastic bags<br>- Wallpaper<br>- Lightbulbs<br>- Broken glass<br>- Textiles, clothes and bedding<br>- Polystyrene<br>- Cookware (pots, pans, Pyrex)<br>- Shredded paper<br>- Black plastic items<br>- Nappies<br>- Black bags<br>- Food waste |
| Brown-lidded | - Black-bagged waste<br>- Food packaging<br>- Garden furniture<br>- Polystyrene<br>- Coal<br>- Diseased plants<br>- Dog poo, cat litter, or nappies<br>- Large amounts of soil or turf<br>- Tree stumps<br>- Rubble or bricks<br>- Weedkiller<br>- Plastic bags<br>- Textiles, clothes and bedding<br>- Plant pots<br>- Nitrous oxide canisters |
| Green-lidded | - Items that can be recycled or composted<br>- Batteries<br>- Waste electrical and electronic equipment<br>- Controlled or hazardous materials |
It's important to follow these guidelines to ensure proper waste management and to avoid issues with bin collections. For further details on what can go in each bin, you can visit the relevant pages on Coventry's website: Recycling and rubbish.