Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Recycling
Expanded polystyrene (EPS) often ends up in landfill but it's 100% recyclable.
As one of the UK’s leading EPS polystyrene recyclers, Regenthill offers specialist expanded polystyrene recycling solutions for commercial, industrial, and individual clients. Whether loose or compacted, EPS can be fully recycled and repurposed – helping you reduce landfill waste, meet sustainability targets, and maximise the value of your waste materials.
What is EPS?
EPS is a rigid, closed-cell, thermoplastic foam made from solid beads of polystyrene and expanded with a gas such as pentane. According to the British Plastics Federation, EPS consists of 98% air, making it one of the lightest packaging materials available.
Key properties of EPS:
Waterproof and insoluble
Chemically inert and non-toxic
High impact resistance
Long-term thermal stability
Non-hygroscopic (doesn’t absorb moisture)
These unique characteristics make EPS ideal for packaging, insulation, and protective applications – but also challenging to dispose of responsibly without the right infrastructure.
How is EPS Recycled?
Despite being 100% recyclable, EPS recycling in the UK remains limited – most local authorities do not offer curbside EPS collection. Because it is so lightweight and bulky, it's often discarded with general waste and sent to landfill.
At Regenthill, we bridge this gap by offering a reliable route for expanded polystyrene recycling at scale.
Regenthill: Your Trusted EPS Recycling Partner
We recycle over 1,000 tonnes of EPS each year – equivalent to more than 10,000 truckloads of material.
As one of the only accredited EPS re-processors in the UK, Regenthill offers:
Free acceptance of clean, properly packaged, uncompacted EPS delivered to our site
Collection of loose or compacted EPS
Strong market rebates for compacted material
On-site recycling services for EPS and other plastics
Solutions for both commercial clients and the general public
Expertise in developing low-emission transport strategies
We work with businesses of all sizes – from local firms to national brands – to keep EPS out of landfill and get it back in use.
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Discover smarter, greener recycling solutions with Regenthill – your expert partner in Andover recycling, plastic recycling, cardboard recycling, and EPS recycling.