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Textile Recycling

Can I recycle my old bedding and towels?

Contribute to a Circular Economy and Be Rewarded. ettitude has partnered with UPPAREL to facilitate the sustainable disposal of unwanted textiles. Join us in this initiative by recycling your old bedding, towels, and clothing. As a gesture of our gra

How does UPPAREL work?

Participate in Our Recycling Initiative in Four Simple Steps:.

What’s next for my old textiles?

Upon receipt, your donated items will undergo a meticulous sorting process by our network of dedicated charities and partners. This ensures they are directed towards the most appropriate pathway for reuse, repurposing, or recycling. Further details o

What can I send?

To ensure the successful recycling of your items, please note the following guidelines for what we gladly accept. We Welcome:. Kindly Note We Cannot Accept:. For more detailed information, please learn more here.

How is my collection organized?

Once your textiles are securely boxed and ready for collection, simply schedule your pickup via the link provided in your order confirmation email. Upon selecting your preferred date, the system will generate your shipping labels and send them direct

How should I package my items?

In our commitment to minimizing waste and emissions, we do not provide collection packaging. You can conveniently use any sturdy box (no larger than standard check-in luggage) such as a food delivery, grocery, or moving box. Durable bags or satchels

What do I do if my boxes are two different sizes?

For different box sizes, please place two separate orders. Our streamlined booking process seamlessly integrates these orders with our scheduling system, ensuring a quick and easy experience for you. Learn more about our simplified booking here.

Can I drop my items off?

We regret to inform you that we do not currently possess the necessary resources, infrastructure, or personnel to accommodate public drop-offs. Should our capabilities evolve in the future, we will certainly notify our community. In the interim, you

What do you do with my unwanted textiles?

Currently, an impressive 65% of items received by UPPAREL are in new or excellent condition and are thoughtfully prepared for donation to our esteemed Australian partners: Save The Children, Sacred Heart Mission, Ready Set Australia, St Kilda Mums, a

What happens to the shoes you receive?

Prioritizing environmental responsibility, our first approach is always to reuse or repair shoes whenever feasible. When reuse isn't possible, their valuable materials find new purpose in numerous applications. For instance, rubber can be shredded an

How do you recycle textiles that you receive?

Once textiles are sorted and deemed suitable for recycling, they undergo a process to remove any hardware—such as buttons, zippers, or fasteners—that could compromise the integrity of the final recycled material. Next, the textiles are transformed in

How do I know if you collect from my address?

Enjoy the ease of our Australia-wide contactless collection service. Once your collection is confirmed, a link will be sent to your email address, enabling you to schedule your preferred pickup date. Please remember that courier collections are not a

Why does it cost to have my items collected?

We appreciate you asking! The recycling fee plays a crucial role in supporting the various stages of our textile recycling initiative. This includes the costs involved in transporting and securely storing donated items, carefully separating and sorti

Do I earn a credit every time I participate?

The $25 credit is a special thank you for participating in our recycling program for the first time and is therefore limited to your initial collection. Additional store credit will not be issued for subsequent collection purchases. Learn more about

How long is my store credit valid for?

Your credit is valid for 30 days from the date of issue and cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. For more information, click here.