Facts about Textile Recycling
Did you know that your average piece of clothing only has a lifespan of 3 years? And then what do you do with it? Throw it away right, well the average American will throw away at least 70 pounds of clothing, shoes and other household textiles every year! That is a lot.
Did you know that your pair of jeans can become insulation for a house or office? Or that the automobile industries use textiles for the lining under our carpets and in the upholstery in our vehicles?
Steelco Textiles is here to provide our community with ways of making this earth less wasteful, and clean up our landfills. We are located in Toulon but are willing to accept any of the items listed below from surrounding areas.
Established since 1993.
Serving Illinois, southern Iowa, eastern Missouri, and southern Wisconsin.
What we accept: (Clean)
* All clothing
* Footwear
* Belts/Purses
* Bed linens & towels
* Curtains without rubber backing
* Uniforms read more