It’s become so easy to recycle that we sometimes take it for granted. Gone are the days when we had to save our plastic bottles and take them to a central collection point. Now most homes benefit from regular collections and it’s up to us to ensure there’s enough in our bins to keep those recycling machines humming all week.

Here are seven tips to help you recycle as much plastic bottles as possible.

1. Give a bottle a home
Create a designated place to store your plastic bottles and other recycling. Try a bag under the stairs or sink, or some crates in a corner. It’ll also reduce kitchen clutter.