Textile
Confidence: depends on your area · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Curtains are textiles and do not belong in the Restmülltonne (general waste bin).
- They can be disposed of in Altkleidercontainer (used clothes containers) or at a Wertstoffhof (recycling centre).
Exact acceptance may vary by municipality, some offer their own textile collection points.
varies by municipalityBefore you throw it away
- Remove all curtain rods, hooks, or other non-textile parts.
What you can make from it
Bags or cushions
- Cut fabric into suitable pieces
- Sew pieces into a bag or cushion cover
Tablecloth or placemats
- Cut fabric to desired size
- Hem edges to create a tablecloth or placemats