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Disposing of plasterboard safely

Plasterboard is one of the great materials of modern construction. Made from the basic materials of gypsum and paper it is used in most building types in a wide range of applications including wall lining, partitions, sound control and fire protection

Around 270 million m2 of plasterboard is manufactured annually using up to 3 million tonnes of gypsum. Representing around 60% of the total annual output, gypsum used in plasterboard is generated by from natural and synthetic sources:

If you have a small project involving the removal of plasterboard, we can supply you with a plasterboard only skip. This will let you dispose of your plasterboard safely as it will not be mixed with any biodegradable waste. When you have finished MC Environmental will remove the skip and take the plasterboard to be recycled.