polystyrene in My Home& Garden

Refuse Collection: Is there a way to get rid of polystyrene? I've bought a few items over the last couple of weeks that - as usual - come packaged in polystyrene beads, boards and those "potato" chip things. There is only a collection once per fortnight (14 days) and only one bin (trash-can to you ppl in the USA) so the only way to get around it is either to drive 5 miles to the "recycling center" (or "dump" as we called it in the old days) or fly-tip... I'm not keen on the first option because it's a 10 mile round trip every time and I'm not going to leave ... (Asked by Lord_Darkclaw)
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I understand you are not in the United States. I know that polystyrene in the US is not manufactured with chlorofluorocarbons, but I'm not sure about your location. Shredding, burning, or melting polystyrene that contains chlorofluorocarbons can release harmful toxins into your air. A conservative answer: Can you store the packing materials until your rubbish pickup? (Thank you for not considering leaving on the roadside!) Some companies are beginning to use cornstarch packing materials. These will melt when they come into contact with water. Good for them!...(Answered by july)

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Is it possible to build a single storey home for $14,000? Just curious as thats all the cash ive got. Not talking about buying land or hiring builders, this is just for materials. I heard polystyrene blocks filled with concrete are cheap and easy to build with? Any one tried using them? ... (Asked by james l)
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Yes , I built a 2bd 1bath hunting cabin in MI that is 800 sq ft. I spent about $12000 for materials. Concrete block foundation is cheaper than the foam blocks that use poured concrete. This price did not include the well or septic or land.---Don't listen to the others who say you can't. It can be done if you do ALL the work. Wood frame construction tends to be the cheapest. You will have to use the basic cabinets, counters, and fixtures. The one big problem is that many areas don't allow small homes. If you need some tips ...(Answered by morris)

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does anyone know where i can purchase a cuddle buddy cushion in nz?? they are filled with micro polystyrene beads, and are great for back support, travelling, bed, just really comfy and supportive if u have a sore back, neck. Would love to hear if anyone knows where i can purchase one. thanx ... (Asked by baygal)
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I got some from Westfield in Manukau before Christmas. They were not there in the new year. I guess they travel round the shopping malls. There is a web site www.cuddlebuddy.com.au It is an Australian website -you can buy them on line or contact them. Cheers- hope this helps...(Answered by Jo P)

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I have a very fragile item to send. Does anyone know where I can get a custom made polystyrene moulding made? It's a WITCHKING STATUE from LORD OF THE RINGS. I need either a moulding to protect it or it's original box and polystyrene. ... (Asked by chris0072k)
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Put it in a polythene bag. take a larger bag, and some polystyrene beads (like bean bag beads) mix the beads with pva adhesive, put a good layer of this mix in the polythene bag, place the statue in its bag inside the first bag, then fill with the remainder of the mixture. Allow to set..... This will give you a custom pack.... You could put the outer bag in a cardboard box, to gine you an easy shape for posting....(Answered by johncob)

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I need polystyrene pellets to fill a beanbag chair. Where can I get it? ... (Asked by merylewilliams)
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I have seen bags of these pellets at Michael's Craft Stores. Here is a link to the store locator: http://direct.where2getit.com/cwc/apps/w2gi.php?template=search&client=michaels Good luck with your search....(Answered by exbuilder)

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Are polystyrene ceiling tiles illegal in rented ptoperties? ... (Asked by Ridgmonthome)
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Absolutely yes anything that causes a hazard, Gas fires and cookers have to be inspected every year. If the window sills are below a certain height they have to be toughen glass. Get a copy of the regs you will be amazed at what is there...(Answered by Lynne)

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Does any one know where I can buy bags of polystyrene microbeads? ... (Asked by ann)
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there are so many places on line I can't recommend just one. Google polystyrene microbeads and your city. If you don't find anything that way, drop the city and find all the on-line sellers. Good luck...(Answered by shirley_corsini)

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Polystyrene blocks - how do I get rid of them??? Having recently bought several new electrical gadgets all neatly packed in polystyrene blocks and plastic bags! As we have a RECYCLE routine going on, you know the different coloured wheely bins and boxes for plastics and one for papers and tins. Without any rude & silly remarks, WHAT AND HOW do I get rid of this darned stuff! ... (Asked by SUPER-GLITCH)
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Now you may or not know this, but if you have a chest freezer take out all your food , and put some of these poly bricks in the bottom, then put your food back on top of it, so it looks like your freezer is full, a full freezer is more efficient than a half empty one.So not only are you re-cycling these poly bricks but saving money as well........TADAAAA!...(Answered by charles.asharman@btinternet.com)

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do i have rats or possums living in my walls and ceiling?? late at night when all goes quiet i hear bumping and moving around inside the walls. we live in a bush area. at first i thought it was rats but im not sure if they make a bumping noise. i have seen some chewed up polystyrene christmas decorations that are stored in the roof space. do possums do this?? i hope so as i hate rats!! ... (Asked by arnboze)
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Its probably a Raccoon, yep...(Answered by papercutfaint)

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