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    Is recycling paper beneficial?
    Kathryn Kellogg
    Sustainability Specialist
    Kathryn Kellogg is the founder of goingzerowaste.com, a lifestyle website dedicated to breaking eco-friendly living down into a simple step-by-step process with lots of positivity and love. She's the author of 101 Ways to Go Zero Waste and spokesperson for plastic-free living for National Geographic.
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    Yes, for sure! Recycling paper really saves trees and resources. That said, whenever possible, try focusing on reducing your paper usage still, so you can make an even greater impact on the planet.
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    Can I use cardboard for this project?
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    Yes; any paper fiber will work. Be sure to mix it thoroughly to break it down in the pulp stage.
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    How will I fit the canvas in the pan?
    T. Chinsen
    Top Answerer
    Most plastic containers are a standard size. A foil roasting pan can give the depth and a little more room to place the screen for making paper. Anything larger will incur significant expense.
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    Is it bad to say that paper can be recycled?
    Elizabeth Bolster
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    Paper can be recycled, so it isn't bad to say that paper can be recycled.
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