With the acceleration of urbanization, the frequency of decoration activities in homes and commercial spaces is increasing, and the issue of decoration waste is becoming more prominent. These seemingly useless waste materials, if sorted and processed reasonably, can not only reduce environmental pollution but also achieve effective reuse of resources. Here are the four main uses of decoration waste after sorting and treatment:
1. Making environmentally friendly non-fired bricks: Waste concrete, bricks, and other hard materials are crushed and used as raw materials. After adding an appropriate amount of binder and pressing in specific molds, they can be made into non-fired bricks through natural curing. These bricks have good compressive strength and durability, suitable for non-load-bearing wall construction or garden landscape paving, saving natural resources and reducing construction costs.
2. Processing into recycled plastic pellets: Plastic products with a high content of recyclable components such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), such as packaging films and old pipes, can be transformed into high-quality recycled plastic pellets through a series of processes including washing, crushing, and melt extrusion. This material is widely used to manufacture various new products, such as trash bins, park benches, and even children's toys, achieving a transformation from "waste" to "treasure."
3. Sending lightweight materials to waste-to-energy power plants: Some lightweight materials that are difficult to recycle directly but have a certain calorific value, such as wood chips and cardboard boxes, are suitable for energy recovery at professional waste incineration facilities. There, they are converted into steam or electricity for urban use, and the heat generated can also be used for heating systems, greatly improving resource utilization.
4. Making mortar at concrete mixing stations: Remaining cement mortar, putty powder, and other construction material residues, after screening to remove impurities, can be mixed with fresh cement in certain proportions to make special mortar required for prefabricated components. This practice not only reduces production costs but also ensures that the quality of the project is not affected.
In summary, by scientifically and reasonably classifying and processing various types of waste generated during the decoration process, we can not only effectively alleviate the problem of land occupation caused by indiscriminate disposal but also promote the development of a circular economy and contribute to building a beautiful China. It is hoped that all sectors of society will pay attention and participate in this meaningful work together.