How to Recycle Old Wooden & Metal Photo Frames in Bangalore

During festival seasons like Ayudha Pooja, Diwali, or Ugadi, many households upgrade or replace older, damaged deity photo frames. Over time, wood rots, glass chips, and frames break. Because they contain sacred images, throwing them in municipal garbage feels wrong, leaving many boxes gathering dust in home attics. Here is a clean, practical, and highly eco-friendly way to handle them in Bangalore. ### Step 1: Disassemble With Care Before recycling, carefully segregate the materials: - **Glass:** Gently slide out the glass cover. Glass is 100% recyclable but must be kept clean. - **Paper Prints:** Gently remove the printed picture. If it is severely damaged, compost it or bury it in clean garden soil. - **The Frame (Wood or Metal):** Sort according to the material. ### Step 2: Finding Recycling Partners Most dry waste collection centers (DWCC) in Bangalore accept glass and clean metals, but wooden framing elements require dedicated wood-recycling facilities. Sampige Foundation regularly runs community collection drives in areas like Malleshwaram, Sadashivanagar, and Rajajinagar to accept deity frames, ensuring that metals are melted down, glass is ground safely, and wood is processed for biomass fuel or community reuse. Start sorting your storeroom today, and bring your old photo frames to our next collection drive!