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Disposing of: Laminate flooring

Laminate is construction waste (treated wood) and usually does not count as bulky waste. Recycling centres accept small amounts, usually for a fee; for a whole flat a skip is worth it.

01 Where it goes

  1. 01 · RECOMMENDEDRecycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.

02 Tips

  • Hand in the underlay separately.
  • Vinyl flooring usually counts as residual or mixed construction waste.

03 Good to know

Recycling centre

At the recycling centre (Wertstoffhof) you drop off bulky waste, electronics, garden waste, wood, metal and more yourself. What's accepted and what it costs is set by the city's waste rules.

Give things a second life

Furniture and appliances that still work are welcome at social department stores, swap groups or classified ads – it saves fees and resources.

05 Disposing of Laminate flooring in your city

? FAQ: Laminate flooring

Q01Where do I take Laminate flooring in Germany?

Laminate is construction waste (treated wood) and usually does not count as bulky waste. Recycling centres accept small amounts, usually for a fee; for a whole flat a skip is worth it.

Q02Does disposing of Laminate flooring cost anything?

It depends on your city: many offer free bulky-waste pickups or free drop-off at the recycling centre up to a certain amount. Check your city page for the exact fees.