The short answer
Published by John Fox, BinDay. Last updated 29 October 2026.
Keep reusable clothes out of the black bin and household recycling. Bring clean, dry clothes to a clothing bank or charity shop. MyWaste says to fold or roll them and put them in a bag. Its textiles FAQ directs badly soiled, ripped or torn items that are not re-wearable to general waste.
Last checked 29 October 2026 by BinDay against the sources below. This guide covers the Republic of Ireland; bin colours and collector instructions can differ.
Why this answer
MyWaste recommends separate collection for reusable clothes and household textiles. Its campaign covers clothing, paired footwear, towels and sheets. Keep donations clean and dry, folded or rolled, and bagged.
MyWaste’s general clothing page says textiles should go to clothing banks. Its more detailed donation FAQ excludes badly soiled, ripped or torn items and directs non-rewearable items to general waste. Check what the receiving bank or charity shop accepts.
What to do
- Separate reusable clothes from badly soiled, ripped or torn items.
- Keep donations clean and dry, fold or roll them, and use a shopping-sized bag.
- Put the bag inside a clothing bank or bring it inside a charity shop. Check acceptance first.
Common mistake to avoid
Do not leave bags outside a clothing bank or charity shop, or put clothes in mixed household recycling.
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Sources and local checks
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Council pages for this item
Irish local authorities license private collectors rather than running household bin rounds. Use the council page for civic amenity and official waste links, then confirm your collector.