Organizing > FilesJanuary 10, 2005

Recycling Old 3 Ring Binders

When they are past their prime and ready for pitching. Cut the ring binder portion off ... use the rigid covers in file cabinets for dividers. Very sturdy!

By Syd

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By adickson71 (Guest Post) 07/03/2005

That sounds like a good idea! Then, if you're crafty, you can create a very sturdy key holder with the the ring binder portion by securing it to a strip of wood. A little decorating and you've got a one-of-a-kind (VERY SECURE) key holder.

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Use 3 Ring Binder Hardware For Hanging Storage

Old school or work 3 ring binders can be reused by removing the back plate and rings. Use pliers to remove the rivets and separate the back plate from the cover. Screw the plate and rings to a wall or the back of a closet or cabinet door. Mount the plate horizontally using a small level or as best you can by eye.

Then you can open the rings using the end tabs as if you were inserting paper. Do not over tighten the screws or it will be difficult to open the rings. You can then hang items like vacuum cleaner bags and belts, packages of batteries or hardware, small cords, etc. Close the rings and the items are secure and easy to see and find when you need them.

Source: I thought it up myself. Maybe someone else has also thought of it but I have not seen anyone doing this so far.

By CoexDave from Vanastra, Ontario

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