Keep in mind Lowe's stores offer a recycling center (usually near the entrance) that accepts plastic bags, CFL bulbs, rechargeable batteries, and cellphones. ... Simply bring your items in, follow instructions at the recycling center, or garden center, and Lowe's will take care of the rest.Nov 15, 2019
How do I dispose of fluorescent tubes?
All fluorescent lamps and tubes must be recycled, or taken to a household hazardous waste disposal facility, a universal waste handler (e.g., storage facility or broker), or an authorized recycling facility.Jan 9, 2020
Does Lowe's or Home Depot recycle fluorescent tubes?
The biggest market for CFL recycling is retailers (like Home Depot and Lowe's), which accept them for free but only from consumers. CFLs are more widely purchased by consumers in these retail stores, whereas fluorescent tubes are more often used in offices.
Does Home Depot take old fluorescent tubes?
If the light bulb is intact, the mercury inside is safely contained, and you can take the old bulb to a qualified recycler—The Home Depot recycles your old CFLs for free, in partnership with EcoActions. Never dispose of CFLs in the trash or curbside recycling bin.
How do you dispose of fluorescent tube bulbs?
Take lamps and tubes to a household hazardous waste collection center or event. Find where to recycle or dispose fluorescent lamps and tubes at Where Can I Recycle My...?, or Earth 911, or call 800 CLEAN-UP (253-2687). Enter your zip code to find the nearest recycling center.Jan 9, 2020