At first glance, this idea sounds like a brilliant “improvement” from the internet, but I have to warn you before you turn on the stove. Boiling Styrofoam at home to make money is a myth and, moreover, harmful to your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let’s look at the facts with some distance, but also with the necessary seriousness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why doesn’t “boiling” Styrofoam work?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chemistry doesn’t let us down: Styrofoam consists of 98% air. When heated, the air escapes, and only a small pile of plastic (polystyrene resin) remains. But even boiling it in water doesn’t make it any more valuable \u2013 it’s still plastic, just in a useless form.
\u2026“` Toxic fumes: Polystyrene (expanded polystyrene) is made from pentane and contains styrene. When heated above a certain temperature, it releases dangerous fumes that are carcinogenic and irritate the respiratory system. The kitchen is not a laboratory. What’s the point? Recycling companies buy polystyrene in large quantities (tons), but only if it is clean and has been industrially processed. Homemade polystyrene is worthless to industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is there any other useful use for old polystyrene?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don’t want to simply throw it in the recycling bin (where it legally belongs), here are some sensible uses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Homemade glue or sealant: Dissolving polystyrene in a little acetone creates a thick, sticky mass. It used to be used for emergency roof repairs or bonding, but today there are much better and safer construction adhesives available. Drainage for flowerpots: Polystyrene does not absorb water. If you break it into small pieces and place it at the bottom of the flowerpot, it serves as an excellent and lightweight drainage layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Packaging filler: If you’re sending something by mail, old Styrofoam is ideal packing material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion:
The idea that you can supposedly “make a lot of money” by boiling Styrofoam is unfortunately an internet scam. All you’ll gain is a ruined pot, an unpleasant smell throughout your home, and a headache from the fumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have larger quantities of Styrofoam at home (e.g., from insulation materials), it’s best to take it to a collection point. There, it will be professionally and safely recycled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do you have other materials at home that you’ve heard can be miraculously recycled? I’d be happy to look into it for you<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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