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I have just used the L.P. Sharp company to recycle some blades and they operate very efficiently . I'll
use them again soon as I have a back load of used blades. I got new ones but sent my used one to
them.

Flo in NNY

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Originally Posted by Lori S (Post 5195494)

I try to find two cans in my recycle bin ..one large one small . Put the blades in the large can, then insert the small can . Since they are metal they can be recycled.

Well this is a good idea. I've just been putting them in a plastic holder that 5 blades came in. I've written "used" on it w/ a Sharpie marker. When that holder is full, I guess I'll put them in the recycling, instead of throwing them in the garbage.

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Originally Posted by june6995 (Post 5196826)

Rotary cutter blades ARE NOT BIODEGRADABLE! They will help clog the landfills. Like anything else metal, they shold be recycled in places that accept metal. I plan to give mine to a company that buys metal...but I do not expect to get cash for them. We need to become good stewards of the items we use and care for the earth so it will be a good place for future generations. We need to think twice before we put things in the garbage bag. No metal parts from old refrigerators, or oven racks or cookware. At this point in time we need to stop and ask ourselves if the things we are throwing away are bad for the environment. Many communities have special dates set to collect old appliances and computers and other electronic equipment. If am item will not rot or break down over years of being buried in the earth, it should not be sent to the landfills. HELP SAVE OUR PLANET for future generations.

June in Cincinnati

same here-we only have 1 planet

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Originally Posted by lfstamper (Post 5195505)

You can get them resharpened.

L.P. Sharp Co.
P.O. Box 526
Brainerd,MN 56401-5765
218-828-9116
[email protected]
www.houseofhanson.com/lpsharp.html

LP Sharp does not resharpen your blades and return them to you. They send you brand new replacement blades for really cheap (for instance 45mm Olfa for $3, no shipping charge). I do not know what they do with your dull blades but I do know they send you brand new replacements. I know because I have used them and have received my new replacement blades in their original unopened packages. I love using them because not only do I get replacement blades for a really good price but I am able to recycle the used ones instead of throwing them away.

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Originally Posted by lfstamper (Post 5195505)

You can get them resharpened.

L.P. Sharp Co.
P.O. Box 526
Brainerd,MN 56401-5765
218-828-9116
[email protected]
www.houseofhanson.com/lpsharp.html

I have been sending my old blades off to L.P. Sharp since 1992, great service and fast turn around time too. They used to resharpen your old blades when they first started the business and now you're getting brand new blades, either generic or Olfa; with a 5 blade minimum.
Much cheaper than buying them at the store.

I have used this company a number of times and have been very happy with the sharpened blades. Service was prompt.

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Originally Posted by AUQuilter (Post 5195892)

I have been keeping mine in a used Crystal light container and will try this company for exchange/purchase. http://www.lpsharp.com/3.html Maybe another QB member has done this and can provide feedback.

I use them until they are no longer making clean cuts, then I take them out and put them in an empty can or box in the trash can. No big deal.

I use the pecking order system too, first for fabric, then batting and paper. If they have to be dissposed I wrap them and put them in a closed container that is headed for the trash already.

I just wrap em in sumpin or put into a can and chunk!

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Originally Posted by lfstamper (Post 5195505)

You can get them resharpened.

L.P. Sharp Co.
P.O. Box 526
Brainerd,MN 56401-5765
218-828-9116
[email protected]
www.houseofhanson.com/lpsharp.html

That's what I do. I've used this service & have been VERY happy with them!