How to Buy Recycled Tire Rubber

Most Americans rely on their cars to get from place to place, and this convenient mobility means that a massive number of tires must be made. Rubber tires can be difficult to recycle because of the method in which they are built, causing more leftover rubber than people know what to do with. Some companies have decided to help out by offering rubber products made from used tires.

Instructions

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  Visit a tire seller for information about tires made out of recycled rubber. The tires are typically less durable than more expensive ones, but they offer an affordable and eco-sensitive alternative for those driving at lower speeds (and on smoother roads).

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  Call around to local stores and inquire about other products made from recycled rubber. Places such as Wal-Mart and Target offer random recycled products, including floor mats.

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  Visit a recycled rubber manufacturer's website--EcoBusinessLinks is one--for a listing of businesses specializing in recycled rubber. Alternately, you can use your preferred search engine to look for recycled rubber products. There are now tons of different products being made from recycled tire rubber, such as rubber mats, road materials, cargo containers, flooring and even bags.

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  If you find a product you want online, the website may have information on where you can buy it in your local area. Otherwise, you will probably need to order it directly from the manufacturer.