How do I recycle fluorescent lights, thermostats and other mercury containing items?
Because fluorescent lights, thermostats, older thermometers, some small batteries and some other items contain small amounts of mercury they need to be recycled. CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Lights) can be recycled for free at a number of places. In Burien they can be dropped off at Bartells, the Parks Department/Community Center, and in the lobby at City Hall. Fluorescent tubes need to be taken to drop off points like McLendons or Home Depot, which will probably charge a small fee, but that’s starting to change. For other items you can check this Waste Management page or look them up on this King County page or on this Take It Back Network page. With a little research you can find a convenient location at a minimal cost.
