Discover how to turn shredded paper into nutrient-rich compost for your garden in this detailed guide from Mark at Self ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." What do you do with the contents of your paper shredder's refuse bin? Conventional wisdom would say recycle ...

Q. Can you tell me if the paper from my paper shredder can be used as mulch? Seems to me it is actually the same basic material as the ground-up tree trimmings I see being used. -- M.B., Houston A.

Tough prunings and garden waste will rot down more quickly in the compost heap if you shred them first, but you'll need a fast and reliable shredder that will help you whizz through the job. One thing ...

What do you do with the contents of your paper shredder’s refuse bin? Conventional wisdom would say recycle it: It’s paper, after all. But, as it turns out, there is an even better way to use that ...