Cardboard can be composted as parts of your 鈥渂rowns,鈥 since it’s a paper product and contains carbon. For the best results, cut or tear boxes into small pieces, as they will break down a lot faster than large sheets. Also be sure to remove all tape, staples, or other non-biodegradeable materials from the boxes before tossing them in the compost pile.
Cardboard can be composted as parts of your 鈥渂rowns,鈥 since it’s a paper product and contains carbon. For the best results, cut or tear boxes into small pieces, as they will break down a lot faster than large sheets. Also be sure to remove all tape, staples, or other non-biodegradeable materials from the boxes before tossing them in the compost pile.