How to recycle bicycle?
Traditional means of transport, but which is renewed every day. If you're no longer interested in your old bike, there are better things to do than dump them in landfills.
The bicycle has always been and will always be a great means of transport. Currently, many people use it as their main form of transportation, despite the fact that many large cities, such as São Paulo, have a poor infrastructure for cyclists. Its benefits are many, both for people's health and well-being and for the environment (by avoiding the emission of pollutants from cars).
As with cars, it is necessary to take certain care with the bikes in everyday life: do not leave them exposed to rain, so as not to damage the metal structure; maintaining the brakes and tires and always keeping the belt lubricated are some of them. However, new and more attractive models of bicycles are constantly appearing on the market, and the temptation to change that bike that has been with us for a few years for a new one or one that better meets our needs is enormous.
But before changing it...
Even if you're no longer interested in your old bike, there are better things to do than leaving it to rust in your garage or leaving it somewhere, like on the street and in landfills. Consider donating it or even selling it - it's always important to be aware that sometimes the product may no longer be of use to us, but it may still be beneficial to others. A tip is to look for NGOs or projects that encourage the use of bicycles through loans for those who want to cycle or that give people from needy communities one - then just donate the one that you will no longer use.
But if the bike is in bad condition, how about transforming some pieces of it into a home or office decoration? Get inspired by the photos below:
Recycling bicycles has never been easier. Did you know they are 100% recyclable? Just take the bike to the manufacturer of this or collecting stations, which will be able to give an adequate treatment to the skinny one. In the case of tires, for example, which have an estimated decomposition time of 600 years, they can be transformed into rubber chips (small pieces of rubber) that will later be used in the composition of various products, such as DI concrete ® , a deformable and insulating concrete. Aluminum hoops can become TV antennas or pan parts; seat, pedal and handlebar cover are reused for the production of packaging; steel chain, handlebars and frame, in turn, can become raw material for civil construction. In short, your bike is recyclable and can be reused very well. See the tip below to know how to donate or recycle it.
To do this, simply request an online quote by filling out the form below:
