The PVC Vinyl siding shown here usually poses little threat to the environment and health
Under normal conditions, the risk of vinyl siding for homeowners seems to be very low.
Vinyl, also known as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), poses a threat to human health and the environment under extreme conditions. For example, when it burns in a high-temperature fire, some of its toxic components, such as chlorine and carcinogenic dioxin, will be released into the environment. But in general, vinyl siding may cause little harm to people or the environment. "Most of the risk is that PVC production workers are not following proper protection guidelines," said Michael Hansen, a senior scientist at Consumer Reports.

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More importantly, the siding that ends up in the landfill often does not degrade, so its components are unlikely to seep into the soil or water, said Dwight Patterson, associate professor of chemistry at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. . Patterson pointed out that although burning vinyl will release toxins, vinyl siding in a landfill must be located at or close to the surface to burn at a high enough temperature to release these toxins.

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Nevertheless, recycling vinyl siding is a more environmentally friendly option than dumping it in a landfill. "It's best to reprocess it into a new product," Patterson said.

To recycle old panels and new waste from a siding project, consider the following steps:

Ask the contractor to recycle. He or she can make money—usually a few cents per pound—and avoid municipal waste fees. If your local solid waste management department does not provide vinyl siding recycling services, the Vinyl Institute's catalog (located at vinylinfo.org/recycling-directory) provides a list of other options.

Recycle it yourself. Fred Gorski, manager of Northwest Polymers that recycles vinyl in Morara, Oregon, said uninsulated vinyl siding is not heavy. Approximately 6 ounces per square foot, enough to cover 200 square feet, the siding weighs 75 pounds and is easy to transport in a pickup truck. Gorski warned that dirty, old or fragile materials may be rejected. Also keep in mind that the nearest recycling station may take a long drive.

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Check our siding ratings and check the characteristics and specifications tabs of siding with foam backing, which may increase its insulation value and help it resist compression; longer lengths can reduce seams; and double hem, this It reduces the chance that the siding will be blown away from the wall by high winds.
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