[USCC] drywall dust

[Cary Oshins]

We received the following inquiry. Obviously drywall dust is not
biodegradable (except for a little paper), but I wanted to get more info on
environmental impacts before responding. 

Thanks!

Cary

 

Victoria, from Annapolis, MD, wrote

“I assist homeowners in the building / remodeling process. We were wondering
if drywall dust is biodegradable and / or will it harm the environment if we
clean a shop vac filter outside with drywall dust in the filter - does it
absorb back into the soil correctly.”

 

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Cary Oshins
Assistant Director of Programs
US Composting Council

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Allentown, PA 18102

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fax: 484-274-6779

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