This process will most likely involve taking the glass down to a recycling center since the trucks that run recycling routes aren’t typically equipped for nonstandard items.
If they tell you you’ll need to break up the pane first, then the second method will be more suited to your needs.
Tape both the front and back surfaces of the glass. The more of the surface you cover the better, but if you don’t want to waste a large amount of tape, then you can simply place a large X across the front and back surfaces. [2] X Research source
Make sure the writing is both clear and large enough to read.
If you can also put a blanket that you don’t mind throwing away beneath the glass, then you’ll have a much easier time cleaning up with fewer tiny shards to worry about as well. Alternatively, and if it fits, put the glass into a garbage can and break it there. When breaking glass, always be sure to wear gloves and goggles or other eye protection.
In addition to using thick trash bags, you should actually place a second trash bag inside the first before you start putting the broken glass inside. [7] X Research source It’s much easier to double-bag the clean-up effort before you start rather than trying to fit a jagged trash bag inside a second one later.
Make sure you use the hose attachment on a shop vac. A conventional rolling vacuum will only crush the glass into even tinier shards and it lacks the suction power of the hose. Many people are tempted to use a broom to sweep up the glass instead of a vacuum, but glass shards can easily trap in the bristles of your broom only to be redistributed later. A vacuum is a safer method.
Though bread is the item you most likely already have in your home, other household items can work well in this case too. A halved potato, packing or duct tape, or a lint roller also work well for this purpose. [11] X Research source Make sure you do not accidentally touch the area of the item with the glass stuck to it.
