Recycle your EVA fountain consumables
The consumables of an EVA fountain (cartridge, ceramic, minerals) are made up of several materials. To avoid sorting errors, here is a simple and responsible method.
- Plastic → plastic waste bin / PMC / PMD if accepted (otherwise recycling center)
- Remains inert and cannot be recycled → gray trash (residual household waste)
- Find out from your local waste services
- Options : potting possible (personal use)
- Caution : wear gardening gloves
1) Identify the materials
An EVA consumable may contain:
- ✅ Plastic (cartridge body, base, supports)
- ⚫ Activated carbon
- ⚪ Ceramic
- 🪨 Minerals
2) Where to throw each item?
A) The plastic parts
Plastic items can go in the bin plastic waste / PMC / PMD if your municipality accepts them. Otherwise, bring them recycling center.
The instructions vary depending on the territory: check with your local waste service.
B) The rest (inert, non-recyclable)
The used activated carbon, the ceramic and the minerals are materials inert and generally non-recyclable via classic sorting. In the absence of a dedicated channel, throw them into the gray trash can (residual household waste), or follow the recycling instructions if your municipality recommends it.
3) Option: potting (personal use)
Some people choose to reuse part of the filter media (mineral/activated carbon) in flower pots. This can be considered on a personal basis. In all cases, respect the local guidelines and handle with care.
- Wear gardening gloves to avoid any cuts.
- Open the cartridge carefully (adapted tool, without forcing).
- Handle filter elements with care.
Quick summary
| Element | Destination |
|---|---|
| Plastic | Plastic bin / PMC / PMD if accepted (otherwise recycling center) |
| Activated carbon | Gray trash can (residual waste) |
| Ceramic | Gray trash can (or recycling center according to local instructions) |
| Minerals | Gray trash can (or potted: personal option) |
Tip: If in doubt, contact your waste service (town hall / intermunicipality): they will confirm the correct route according to your municipality.