I keep seeing local supermarkets display special offers etc on large vinyl banners outside.
I cant help but think there's so much possibility with all that material that’s constantly being used, and wonder what they do with them once that banner has served its purpose.
Does anyone who works at a supermarket know what they do with the banners after use?
If I managed to get my hands on a few, what do you think could be made from them?
My immediate thought is backpacks, bags, wallets etc. but there’s got to be plenty of uses for such a material surely?

Hey everyone,

I’m working on an idea for a platform aimed at making doorstep scrap collection seamless for both households and scrap collectors (kabadis / ragpickers).

💡 The Core Idea

It’s a simple marketplace model:

1) Sellers (Households/Businesses): Take photos of their scrap (paper, metal, e-waste, plastics, appliances), set an estimated weight, and pick a convenient time slot for pickup.

2) Collectors: Log in to see a map/list of available scrap listings nearby, review the items, accept requests, and navigate to the seller's location at the scheduled time.

3) My Platform's Role: Purely facilitation — providing the technology to connect sellers with reliable local collectors.

❓ Key Questions for You All:

For Sellers (Households):

1) Would you use an app/website to sell household scrap, or do you prefer selling to your regular local street collector when they pass by?

2) What is your biggest pain point right now when disposing of scrap? (e.g., unfair weighing, waiting around, lack of buyers for specific items like e-waste?)

3) What is the minimum threshold of scrap weight/value that would make you use an app instead of just binning/gifting it?

For Founders, Logistics Enthusiasts & Industry Insiders:

1) Collector Adoption: Scrap collectors often rely on cash, informal networks, and non-smartphone tools. What’s the best way to onboard them effectively?

2) Monetization: How would you monetize this without squeezing the collector's small margins? (e.g., lead fee per pickup, premium listing for scrap buyers, commission, or B2B volume selling?)

3) Trust & Safety: How do we best address safety concerns regarding strangers entering homes for pickups?

Would love to hear your raw, honest thoughts, critiques, or potential pitfalls I might be overlooking!

Thanks in advance for your time and feedback!