plastic, foam, textile
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Bike helmets are made of mixed materials that cannot be recycled.
- They are considered residual waste and belong in the black bin.
- In most municipalities, the residual waste bin is the correct choice.
What you can make from it
Plant holder
- Clean the helmet and let it dry.
- Fill the helmet with soil and plant your plants.
- Use as a decorative plant holder.
Storage box
- Clean the helmet and let it dry.
- Use the helmet as a storage box for small items.