Is it safe to burn junkmail?

Question

I know recycling is the best option for getting rid of paper waste, but there are some things I don't feel comfortable recycling, like things with my name on it. I was wondering if burning paper with ink on it is hazardous to the environment.

Also if anyone know what is OK to burn in a fire please let me know!

Answer 1

no! use a paper shredder then recycle the shreds.

Answer 2

Glossy paper is not safe to burn in a fireplace. It produces excess smoke and contributes a lot of creosote to the chimney liner. The glassine windows of window envelopes should not be burned, either. Ink on paper isn't a problem, although some of the pigments will produce colored flames. (They're pretty.)

Anything else would be fine in a fireplace instead of crumpled newspapers. Are you going to store it all summer, though?

Unless you heat the house with a fireplace, I think it might be time for you to invest in a paper-shredding wastebasket, where you can just slice any sensitive papers into ribbons nobody could reassemble.

Answer 3

I have been burning bank statements ,credit card statements(and the applications you get in the mail with your mane on them)plus anything else I think is personal or anyone can get personal info from.Identity theft is such a problem why leave it to chance.The other thing would be the paper shredder as mentioned.

Answer 4

it is hazardous to the environment and the best thing to do is recycle it (shred your name and address first)

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