Paper Recycling

Introduction:

The paper is one of the most used products everyday tasks (day-to-day). When not being used, can pass through a recycling process which guarantees its reuse in the production of recycled paper. Recycled paper has virtually all the features of plain paper, but its color may vary according to the used paper recycling process.



Importance:

The recycling of paper is of paramount importance for the environment. As we know, the paper pulp is produced by certain types of trees.When recycled paper or buy recycled paper we are contributing to the environment, for several if not thousands of trees left to be cut.

Types of recyclable paper:


Types of paper that can be recycled: paper, cardboard, product packaging, wrapping paper, notebook paper, ...


How to make recycled paper at home (home recycling):

1 - Separate the paper that will not need, cut into small pieces and place in a container with water. Leave on for the full day.
2 - Take this wet paper and beat for example with a magic wand or stir well to dissolve and turn a kind of mass.
3 - Put that spread mass (in fine form) in a kind of fine mesh and cover with a weight that will have the press function.
4 - After 24 hours, remove the weight and let the paper dry, preferably in a dry environment or in the sun.

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Last update: 27/12/2014