Records are 100% recyclable. Vinyl can be recycled into a variety of products, including automotive parts, flooring, and home insulation. Many recycling centers accept records for recycling, though some limit the types of vinyl they will accept.
See the below map for locations where you can recycle records.
Some record stores will pay cash for used vinyl records, particularly rare or vintage items that are in good condition. You may also be able to sell them online on sites such as eBay or Discogs. However, most recyclers do not pay money for records and instead offer trade-in credit towards new purchases at the store.
Similarly, see if you can recycle vinyl records.
Before bringing your old records to a recycler, you should inspect them for any damage and make sure they are clean. Remove any stickers or labels and clean away dirt or grime with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. If possible, remove the record from its sleeve and label before taking it to the recycler.
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Many local stores that specialize in selling new and used vinyl records also accept old records for recycling. Call your local record store to find out if they accept old vinyl for recycling or donation. You can also visit Earth911’s website to search for local recycling centers near you that accept records.
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Recycling records helps keep valuable materials out of landfills while reducing our dependence on finite resources like petroleum-based plastic and natural rubber. By recycling our old vinyl we can help conserve energy and reduce air pollution associated with manufacturing new products from virgin materials.
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Old records can be reused in many creative ways aside from simply listening to them! For example, you can repurpose them into clocks, coasters, lamps, vases and wall decorations by cutting them into shapes or melting them down into molds.
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You don’t need a lot of tools or supplies to get started creating crafts with your old vinyl records! Use a craft knife or razor blade to cut out shapes like circles and stars then paint them however you like - such as your favorite band logo - so they look unique! For larger projects such as bowls or trays use an oven bake clay or non hardening modeling clay with your melted down record pieces so the shape holds together better when cool off again after baking it in the oven at low temperature (200F).
Jordan Klyde is passionate about helping the environment. He spends much of his time thinking and writing about ways to recycle, reduce waste, and conserve energy. As an advocate for environmental sustainability, Jordan works closely with businesses and local governments to develop ways to make our planet better.
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