How can should I properly dispose of an Aerosol can?

runswithascript

I have a few aerosol cans to throw out and I get a bad feeling that putting them in either the green bin or the black one just isn't right.

Am I correct, and if so how should I properly dispose of them?

djpbarry

Aerosol cans are generally either aluminium or steel/tin - as long as they are empty (at standard pressure), there shouldn't be problem with them going in your recycling, but best to check with the waste management company first. Alternatively, you should be able to find a recycling centre that will accept them.

Caoimhín

Throw it into a bonfire. We used to have great craic doing that as kids. Batteries are funny too, highly recommended.

djpbarry

Caoimhín wrote: »

Throw it into a bonfire. We used to have great craic doing that as kids. Batteries are funny too, highly recommended.

Hilarious. This isn't AH - if you've got nothing of value to contribute, then don't post.

runswithascript

I'm going to just make sure they're fully sprayed out and put them in the green bin.

Thanks!

mathepac

I may be wrong here but some local authority bring centres have hazardous material receptacles and AFAICR the one in Galway caters for car batteries, waste engine oil, paints, thinners and aerosol cans. I'd be wary of using the recycling bin. Maybe give your waste guys a call.