glass, plastic, metal
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Mirror glass is not container glass and must not be placed in the glass container.
- Small mirrors belong in the residual waste bin.
- Larger mirrors can be collected as bulky waste.
Some local authorities accept mirrors in the glass container, so check with your waste disposal company.
varies by local authorityBefore you throw it away
- Separate the mirror from the frame if possible.
What you can make from it
wall decoration
- Clean the mirror and let it dry.
- Create a frame from wood or other materials.
- Place the mirror in the frame and hang it as a wall decoration.
garden decoration
- Break the mirror into small pieces (caution: wear safety goggles).
- Glue the mirror pieces onto stones or other garden objects.
- Place as decoration in the garden.