No1 Binman shares five clear tips on how to recycle right

Ashley, known as the No1 Binman, drew on 13 years in waste work to offer five practical recycling tips, including rinsing containers and keeping recyclables loose, and warned against putting batteries or vapes in household bins.

Ashley, known online as the No1 Binman, has used his 13 years in waste and recycling work to answer public questions about household recycling on Instagram. He lives and works in south‑east England and has become a viral figure for sharing practical tips. BBC Surrey reported his advice alongside short interviews with local residents about recycling habits. The pieces aim to clarify common causes of contamination and collection problems. Key points: - Ashley advises that everything placed in recycling bins should be loose, apart from food waste, and that plastic in plastic bags is not helpful. - He says containers should be rinsed and that rinsing can be done without extra water cost by using leftover washing-up water, bath water or rainwater. - He recommends taking food recycling bins out weekly, using newspaper or biodegradable liners, and notes food recycling is for solids only, not liquids such as milk or sauces. - He reports that crews may be instructed to leave a recycling bin if it contains about 5–10% non-recyclable items. - He warns against putting batteries or vapes in household bins, saying they can cause fires and are meant to be taken to shops or designated collection points. - He highlights common contamination items such as polystyrene left in cardboard, carrier bags, and greasy pizza boxes that can affect paper recycling. Summary: The guidance from the No1 Binman is presented as practical steps to reduce contamination and avoid collection refusals, reflecting local council sorting rules and collection practices. Undetermined at this time.