various materials (wood, metal, glass, plastics)
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Caution: Disconnect electrical appliances from the power supply and dispose of them separately.
Sperrmüll (bulky waste)Why
- A fitted kitchen is made of various materials and does not belong in regular bins.
- It is collected as bulky waste by the local waste disposal service.
- Electrical appliances must be disposed of as electronic waste.
Collection and acceptance conditions may vary by municipality, e.g. appointment required, fees, or acceptance only at recycling centres.
varies by municipalityBefore you throw it away
- Dismantle kitchen furniture as much as possible
- Disconnect electrical appliances from the power supply and remove them
- Have proof of disposal or collection appointment ready
What you can make from it
Convert old kitchen cabinets into workshop or storage shelves
- Clean and deburr cabinets
- Cut shelves to size
- Assemble with screws or dowels
Use metal frames for garden furniture or plant containers
- Clean metal frames
- Paint or galvanise if necessary
- Use as a frame for a garden bench or raised bed