Waste Streams
Plasterboard Recycling
A compliant, closed-loop solution for gypsum-based plasterboard waste.
A Proven Solution for Plasterboard Recycling
At Countrystyle Recycling, we have a bespoke facility that allows us to process up to 120,000 tonnes of gypsum waste every year. Our gypsum recycling expertise means we recycle 100% of the plasterboard we receive back into vital products, ready for use again in manufacturing new plasterboard and creating a true circular economy. Our Ridham site is one of the largest plasterboard recycling facilities in the UK, and we work in partnership with plasterboard manufacturer Knauf to keep gypsum in a true closed loop.
We collect and accept commercial plasterboard waste from businesses across Kent, London and the South East.
How is Plasterboard Recycled?
From waste reduction to social value, we embed sustainability into our operations, infrastructure, and partnerships.
Why Recycle Plasterboard?
Contributing to a circular economy
Recycling plasterboard reduces the demand for raw material extraction and diverts waste from landfill, enabling recovered gypsum to be used in new plasterboard production.
Why Plasterboard Can’t Go to Landfill
The legal requirement to separate
In the UK, plasterboard legally cannot be sent to standard landfill. If plasterboard is taken to landfill, it can release harmful gases and cause further harm to the environment. Segregating your plasterboard waste is the most cost-effective and compliant plasterboard disposal option for your business.
Our Specialist Facility
A certified facility with large-scale processing ability.
Our Ridham dock plasterboard recycling facility is purpose-built to process 120,000 tonnes of gypsum waste annually. We are a member of GRAUKI so we ensure that our recovered gypsum powder meets PAS109 standards, allowing it to be used immediately for manufacturing in the UK.
The Right Container for Your Plasterboard Waste
Plasterboard must be kept separate from your other waste, so we supply a dedicated container to match your volumes. Not sure which fits? Our team will recommend the most cost-effective set-up for commercial plasterboard disposal at your site.
For large, bulky loads, roll-on roll-off (RoRo) containers are the most efficient option. They suit construction sites and skip companies clearing broken sheets and offcuts through regular plasterboard collection.
Commercial skips give you the flexibility to manage plasterboard as it arises. Ideal for smaller projects, sites with limited access or one-off clearances of clean, separated plasterboard for recycling.
A Strategic Partnership for Your Business Waste
Initial Consultation
Tell us what plasterboard waste you have on site and any operational, compliance and sustainability goals.
Receive a Tailored Proposal
Our team will provide a detailed plasterboard recycling proposal, covering logistics, compliance documentation and sustainability reporting.
Join
From minute one you’ll receive dedicated management, transparent data reporting and seamless integration to help you meet your ESG goals.
Plasterboard Recycling Across Kent and the South East
Areas We Cover
Based in Kent since 1996, Countrystyle is an independent waste management company collecting plasterboard waste from businesses across Kent, London and the South East.
We handle plasterboard and gypsum waste for customers from Ashford and Canterbury to Sheerness and Tunbridge Wells, recycling 100% of what we receive at our Ridham facility into gypsum powder for new plasterboard. Wherever you are in the region, ask if we can collect from your site.
For More Specialised Waste Streams
Some waste requires more specialist disposal. From hazardous materials or confidential documents, we provide expert services to ensure your business stays safe and compliant from collection to disposal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we accept plasterboard for tipping from skip companies, waste carriers, builders, contractors and other commercial operators.
Yes. All plasterboard delivered to us is processed in-house through our own specialist recycling line, where gypsum is recovered for reuse.
We accept clean, dry plasterboard, including off-cuts, broken sheets and separated pieces. Loads must meet our plasterboard waste specification.
It goes straight through our dedicated processing line, where it’s broken down, the paper is removed, and the gypsum is separated and turned into recycled gypsum powder for reuse.
Our facility is designed for high-volume throughput, making it suitable for skip companies, construction firms and multi-site contractors needing regular tipping.
Plasterboard must be separated from other waste and cannot go to standard landfill, where it can release harmful gases. We recycle it safely and compliantly at our Ridham facility.
We collect and accept commercial plasterboard waste across Kent, London and the South East.