Cluttered homes make for cluttered minds, which is why so many people are eager to call on the help of their local junk recycling service to clear out some space. For those in Honolulu, HI, Pacific Junk Removal is the go-to trash removal service. They are highly skilled at removing items, both large and small, and disposing of them safely and properly. However, before you call in the experts, there may be a few items you once considered “junk” that can actually be repurposed and used in your home. 

Here are five items you can reuse as opposed to recycle:

• Glass Jars/Containers: Glass and metal are relatively easy to recycle, but instead, you can reuse them as an effective way of cutting down on packaging waste. Glass jars can store bulk pantry items or small knick-knacks from around the house. Plus, with strong, airtight seals, they’re great for canning, so if you like to cook, hang on to those mason jars.
• Newspapers, Mail, Magazines: If you have a pile of old newspapers or junk mail in the corner, don’t be so quick to hand them over to a junk recycling service. These materials can be repurposed into wrapping paper or even DIY envelopes. 
• Old Or Broken Furniture: You may assume your broken couch or bed frame is unusable, but actually, the wood is totally salvageable. If you’re able to break down the furniture yourself, you can reuse the materials to create a whole new piece that will look great in your home.
• Old Clothes & Bedding: Old clothes, towels, and bedding don’t have to be automatically tossed into the trash. Instead, cut them up and use them as wash rags. 
• Plastic Bags: You may assume plastic bags are just junk once the original contents are gone. In reality, you can reuse those plastic bags to wrap your lunch in, or, if you’re very crafty, you can recycle them into reusable grocery bags. 

If you’ve got junk, you’re not alone. But before you call a junk recycling service, make sure there isn’t a way to repurpose that trash into something useful. If you can't, and you’re a Honolulu local, turn to Pacific Junk Removal. To inquire about their services, give them a call at (808) 833-7171 or visit them online.