Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR Waste) Collection Services

DMR is a single waste stream for clean, dry and uncontaminated paper, cardboard, plastics and metals. These items are collected together before being sorted and recycled.

Learn more about DMR waste by visiting our ultimate guide.

The following types of waste:

• Metal – cans, food trays, and foil
• Paper – magazines, newspapers, documents, and receipts
• Cardboard – boxes, cereal boxes, and food packaging
• Plastic – bottles, containers, and yoghurt pots

Everything must be clean and dry.

Putting items in a DMR bin that you should dispose of elsewhere can contaminate your waste and mean it’s not recycled. To avoid this happening, don’t throw these products in with your dry mixed recycling waste:

• Food waste – compost any contaminating scraps where possible
• Sanitary waste – nappies, used tissues, and sanitary products
• Potentially hazardous waste – batteries, bleach bottles, and paint tins
• Liquids – drinks, lubricants, and other fluids
• Glass and ceramics – bottles, jars, and pots
• Certain packaging – crisp packets, coffee cups, cling film, and plastic bags

Polystyrene, wood offcuts, and textiles – clothes and polystyrene packaging

Contamination can ruin entire loads, increase costs and stop recyclables from being processed. We provide clear guidance to help your team avoid this.

No. DMR keeps everything together in one container as long as it is clean and dry.