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Ecomaison shares its tips and tricks

Sorting, knowing which objects to donate, finding out where to get them repaired or where to drop off unwanted items...
These are reflexes to acquire, which can also be a source of satisfaction:


You're making space in your home, reducing the impact of your objects on the environment, and showing solidarity. At Ecomaison, we're committed to simplifying these new habits for you. Find all our inspiring tips and tricks here. Together, we're aiming for zero waste.

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    At the beach this summer, become a Toy Rescuer!

    From July 6 to August 30, 2026, your old toys can bring joy to others. This summer, Ecomaison invites you to combine vacation with charity. Thanks to a large-scale collection drive organized at 20 beach clubs in partnership with the Journal de Mickey, everyone can give used toys a second life and do their part

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    Toy Rescue Mission: Free activities to save them from the trash!

    Are your kids ready to become toy superheroes? What should you do with broken or unwanted toys? Should you put them in the recycling bin, the trash can, at a recycling center, or in a drop-off bin at a store? It’s not always easy to know what to do… Good news! To help parents and kids make the right

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    Ruben Gérard: the artist in the spotlight at Recycl'Expo

    From dented hammers to giant sculptures, painter Ruben Gérard reinvents recycling with Ecomaison. His mission? To prove that recycling is also an act of creation. The art of seeing beyond rust In his studio, Ruben Gérard observes a worn-out hammer as others might contemplate a masterpiece. An artist-painter and illustrator with a visual universe

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    Recycling is also an act of creation: discover the Recycl'expo

    Rusty barbecues, dented wheelbarrows, worn-out pruning shears… What if your old gardening and DIY tools were transformed into monumental sculptures? That’s the bold challenge Ecomaison took on in 2025 with the Recycl’expo. This year, the exhibition—featuring fun activities—is touring nearly 100 cities across France for three months, starting March 7, to revolutionize

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    Your used mattress has a future... and it's a charitable one!  

    Changing mattresses also means changing lives. Behind every mattress collected lies a double promise: giving materials a second life and offering a new opportunity to those who recycle them. One mattress, two destinies Your mattress has had its day. It's too saggy, too old, or even uncomfortable. You

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  • Your old tools have value

    That wheelbarrow gathering dust, those rusty pruning shears, that temperamental hedge trimmer... What if, instead of letting them clutter up your garage this winter, you took advantage of the free trade-in service offered by retailers? Sort out your tools! It's the ritual at the end of the year. Put away your garden tools,

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