Even a CAN CRUSHER would take up too much space!!! (at least, the ones I've seen.)Imagine if you will a living space comprising a small galley kitchen, small island, sofa, and coffee table. There is a small hallway to the side, and a small bedroom. Also a bathroom, but obviously not storing recyclables there. Imagine, then, two adults living in that space. We are NOT small.What do you do with 2 litre plastic bottles??? Weekend papers, JUNK MAIL (despite being on the don't-mail-me list, and having put stickers on the mailslot), freaking receipts...For whatever reason, we're not asked to sort. There's a chute for the garbage on our floor, so that's easy enough, but the recycling we wind up only taking twice a week (you get slimy hands chucking it on the way to work, don't you?). We live around the rest!
A small 3 drawer plastic unit might help (not sure where you'll put it) but break down each drawer into paper, plastic, etc.. Also rinse out your jars and cans, might help w/ the slimies and will help with the smell.
You're lucky that you don't have to sort. Here's a few tips to keep recycling cleaner. -wash out all of your bottles and cans, smash them flat with your feet (you don't need a can crusher) and make certain they are dry before putting them in the bin. -flatten paperboard boxes -shred any paper with personal info (cc offers, receipts, etc.) -dedicate one trash can to the bottles and cans and line it with a bag. -Have a grocery sack or cardboard box for all of the paper goods. If your recycling drop off is on the way to the office, grab the bags and head out. if everything is clean in the bags, you will stay clean to. Carry a small pack of wet wipes with you to wipe your hands down after you drop them in the bin.
