What Happens to Old Clothes? An Easy Guide to Textile Recycling

Why Does This Matter So Much?
Every year, tons of clothing end up in the trash. T-shirts, jeans, dresses… They can sit in landfills for decades sometimes even hundreds of years without breaking down. And let’s not forget the water, energy, and chemicals used in making them. That’s why recycling clothes instead of throwing them away can make a big difference.

What Can We Do with Old Clothes?
Donate what’s still wearable: If your clothes are still in good shape, donating them is a great way to give them a second life. Many charities and organizations actively collect and redistribute clothing to those in need.

Recycle the worn-out ones: Clothes that are no longer wearable can be recycled with Waste Log. This helps turn old fabric into new yarns and materials.

Get creative at home: Turn old t-shirts into cleaning cloths, or use fabric scraps for DIY projects. There are plenty of ways to repurpose at home.

Is It Just About Clothes?
Not at all! Shoes, bedsheets, towels, curtains lots of textile items can be recycled. But here’s a tip: make sure they’re clean and dry before recycling, because dirty or wet textiles can damage recycling machines.

What About Shoes?
Yes, shoes can be recycled too. But since they’re often made from a mix of materials, the process is a bit more complex. That’s why it’s best to drop them off at special shoe recycling points.

An old pair of jeans you no longer wear might meet someone else’s need or be transformed into a completely new textile product. A small step for you, a big one for the planet.

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Remember: don’t toss it, repurpose it!