recycling

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable days in your life. It only happens once, so, understandably, you want nothing but the best for your big day. However, these events also often generate excessive waste, from the food and drinks to the things used in the wedding. The good news is that you […]

  Are you one of those who would like to know more about sustainable fashion? Would you like to make decisions that positively influence the world and still wear clothes that look stunning? Congratulations, because you are in the perfect place! Let us walk you through what sustainable fashion is about and the ways you […]

  There are many ways in which a business can change their culture to become more sustainable, without spending a lot of money or altering business practices. This brief guide will go over four examples.   Recycling Initiatives Businesses have no excuse in the modern world to not be running some sort of recycling programme, […]

When I was first sent ‘Darning’ by Hikaru Noguchi I was struck by the beautiful layout of the book and the inventiveness of the author in the way she mends, repairs and oftentimes transforms pieces of clothing through simply fixes and imagination. The author uses 12 different techniques to illustrate how to mend your clothes […]

Have you ever thought about going zero waste? This is a relatively new way of living life that many people are giving a try. Living a zero waste lifestyle comes with many benefits and it should be something that is considered by all. While it might be hard to make the full switch to a […]

As human beings, we have a history of harming the planet we call home, and we can still do this from our own homes. While nature is great at healing itself, we still dispose of and dump products that are not biodegradable, and we use unrenewable materials for fuel. During the COVID-19 lockdown, we are […]

There’s a new product in the FreeFlush collection and its a nifty device that recycles your hand washing water. When you wash your hands the water passes through the cistern ready to be used to flush the toilet next time around. Saving water and saving money on your bills too. Whilst a rainwater harvesting system […]

Going green isn’t restricted to reusable shopping bags, electric cars and organic foods. The dental hygiene habits you adopt may also be negatively impacting the environment. Here are some top tips to make your dental care more low impact and eco-friendly. 1. Sustainable toothbrushes Traditionally, the majority of toothbrushes have been made of plastic and […]

Composting is a very effective way of recycling organic materials and other scraps that would typically end up in a landfill. The idea of composting is one that helps to cut down waste and still provide a usable material at the end of the day. Composting helps to create an ecosystem that effectively provides food […]

We all know how important it is to move towards a more sustainable future and to waste as little as possible. To help, Boxx-Direct have partnered with TerraCycle to offer free pen recycling services. Old pens are collected from your premises and dropped off to TerraCycle to be recycled. All for free! All you have […]