Consumer reuse and recycling of post-consumer textile waste

A growing sensitivity to environmental issues has stimulated increased consumer recycling of post-consumer product waste. Post-consumer textile waste is a largely untapped commodity with strong reuse and recycling potential. This study explored consumer practices regarding textile waste disposal. Findings revealed the use of several textile disposal options with significant relationships between options used and attitudes toward recycling. This research is a necessary precursor to the establishment of organised textile recycling programmes.