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How to Recycle Holiday Lights
Strands of electric lights used for holiday decorations.
Quick answer
Yes, string lights are valuable for the copper wire inside and must never go in curbside bins, where they tangle machinery. Drop them at a hardware-store or scrap-metal recycler; some retailers run seasonal light-recycling or trade-in programs.
- Recyclable
- Yes
- 1Test lights before disposal
- 2Remove bulbs if possible
- 3Bundle strands to prevent tangling
- 4Check for specialized recycling programs