Never throw fluorescent bulbs in the trash because they contain mercury. Before cleaning up this type of broken bulb, air out the room for 15 minutes. Next scoop pieces into a container and store it outside until you can dispose of it as hazardous waste.

Broken LED bulbs can go in the trash. Dispose of them like other broken glass, in a sealed container.

Broken halogen bulbs can be thrown in the trash, but air out the room for 15 minutes before cleaning up. Dispose of them like other broken glass, in a sealed and labeled container.