Timber recycling in Auckland, sorted
To recycle timber in Auckland with Pink Bins, book a bin, fill it with your timber waste, and we will handle the recycling at our Manukau plant. It’s quick, easy, and keeps your project sorted.
What timber can you put in a Pink Bin?
You can put most timber waste in our bins. We sort it at our Manukau plant. Acceptable timber includes:
- Untreated framing timber
- Pallets and offcuts
- Old decking
- Some treated timber (call us if you’re unsure)
Do not include MDF, plywood, or timber that is heavily painted or contaminated.
How our timber recycling process works in Auckland
- Book a bin: Call us or book online and choose your size.
- We deliver: We deliver the bin to your specified location.
- You fill it: Load your timber and other waste.
- We collect and recycle: We collect the bin and transport it to our Manukau plant, where all materials are sorted for recycling.
What happens to your timber after we collect it?
Your timber is recycled or reused through our local partners, not sent to landfill.
Patching up Tonga
In Tonga, there are seasonal cyclones that flatten buildings and leave people homeless. Due to mark-ups of 100 to 200 per cent, building materials in this Pacific nation are extremely expensive.
Recently, Saia Latu returned to Tonga after living in New Zealand for 20 years. He saw that companies often send recyclable material to landfills because it’s cheaper than deconstructing buildings.
To help rebuild, Latu started Trow Group with Joe Vagana to salvage timber and other materials for reuse.
‘Chipping’ wood with Reharvest
Reharvest Timber Products Ltd turns recycled timber into woodchips for playgrounds and public spaces across New Zealand.
Pink Bins delivers timber to Reharvest in large hook bins. We check that timber is free of large bolts and not H4 treated, and we do not supply MDF, plywood, or Melteca.
New life on the street with Goose Boards
In 2016, Ryan and Jared set up Goose Boards to make Cruiser Boards from recycled timber. Their mission is to show that scrap timber can be transformed into something special.
Each Cruiser Board is unique, and we are supporting their work by giving away a board in our November promotion.
Why recycling timber makes a difference
Recycling timber with Pink Bins means less waste in Auckland landfills and more materials reused for new products.
This saves trees, reduces pollution, and uses less energy than making products from virgin materials.
Ready to recycle your timber with Pink Bins?
We sort timber waste quickly and recycle all recoverable materials. Choose Pink Bins for a simple, eco-friendly solution.
Book a Pink Bin today to get your timber waste sorted.
Frequently asked questions about timber recycling in Auckland
How can you recycle timber in Auckland with Pink Bins?
Simply book one of our skip bins. You can place your timber waste in the bin with other general or construction waste, and we will sort it all for recycling at our Manukau facility.
How do I dispose of wood in NZ if I am in Auckland?
You can take it to a transfer station yourself, or for a hassle-free option, hire a Pink Bin. We deliver it to you and take care of the disposal and recycling, saving you the trip.
Can treated timber be recycled, or does it have to go to a landfill?
Some treated timber can be recycled, but certain types (like H4 and H5 treated posts) have special disposal rules. If you are unsure about your timber, please contact our team for assistance.
What is the best way to dispose of scrap wood from a home project?
For smaller amounts of scrap wood from a DIY project or garage clean-out, our smaller skip bins are an ideal solution. This option is quicker and easier than making multiple car trips to a transfer station.
Can I put tree branches or garden wood in the same bin as construction timber?
Yes, you can put green waste like branches in the same bin as construction timber. We sort all materials at our plant to ensure everything recyclable is recovered.