Is there a round Honeywell thermostat that does NOT contain mercury?
Yes, Honeywell makes a mercury free version of the old round thermostat – the T87N . There is also a heat only version of the Honeywell round thermostat that contains no mercury. I’m not interested in a fancy digital thermostat – I’d like a simple mechanical thermostat that does not contain mercury. What is available? Both Honeywell and White-Rodgers have introduced classic looking mechanical thermostats, with no mercury that have styling simlar to older residential products. Does my digital thermostat contain mercury? No – if you have a thermostat with a digital readout – it probably does not use a mercury switch. What do I do with my old thermostat? See below. Disposing of thermostats containing mercury The safest way to dispose of mercury is to take it to a recycling center or a center that will dispose of heavy metals or other toxins. Whatever you do, DO NOT pour mercury down your drain!!! Mercury can leech out of your pipes and enter the ground water. Again DO NOT throw away your
