Glass
Confidence: depends on your area · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Glass vases are not container glass and do not belong in the Altglas (used glass) bin.
- In most municipalities, they are disposed of in the residual waste.
- Broken glass is also collected in the residual waste.
Some municipalities accept non-container glass at special collection points, otherwise residual waste.
varies by municipalityBefore you throw it away
- Remove any lids, rinse the vase briefly, and place it in the residual waste bin.
What you can make from it
Plant container
- Fill the vase with soil and plant a small houseplant.
Candle holder
- Place a pillar candle in the vase and decorate as desired.