For “Cold ashes from the fireplace”, the correct waste stream is “Organic”, according to general rules. Collection rules can differ from one municipality to another: if in doubt, follow your municipality’s regulations.
What you can put in “Organic”
- Food scraps, cooked and raw
- Fruit and vegetable peels
- Eggshells and nutshells
- Fish bones and small bones
- Coffee grounds, tea bags, and chamomile filters
- Cut flowers and houseplants
- Cold ashes from the fireplace
- Greasy paper napkins and tissues
What you cannot put in it
- Diapers and sanitary pads
- Pet litter
- Cooking oils and fats
- Mussel and clam shells
- Non-compostable bags
- Corks
Disposal notes
- Use only compostable and biodegradable bags
- Do not add liquid waste
- Close the bag tightly before setting it out
More questions? See the full list of items.