How can construction paper be recycled?

Shredding a piece of paper shortens its fibers, which reduces its value. Shredded paper is almost too small to be useful to recyclers. It's possible for shredded paper to contaminate the recycling process by slipping past the paper-making screens. read more

The following types of paper can be recycled with ease: Cardboard; Construction paper; Newspaper; Magazines (remove staples) Circular advertisements in magazines; Computer paper; Copy paper; Other types of paper can be recycled with a little work. read more

Construction paper is characterized as a stiff, heavy, inexpensive matte or eggshell finish paper that is not durable. Made from groundwood pulp, it is available in a variety of colors, you can recycle them for children's arts and crafts and school projects. read more

While paper itself is a very much recyclable product, there are certain types of paper that really just belong in the garbage. Wet paper, for example, should not be recycled because the paper fibers are deteriorated and shrunk by the water, making them less valuable to recycle plants. read more