The easy way to determine ferrous from non-ferrous metals is by using a magnet. If the magnet sticks to the metal, then it is ferrous. It is important that you determine first the metal before carrying it to a recycle center so that they can also sort them properly. Non-ferrous metals can include aluminum, copper, zinc, lead and tin. Lead is one of the expensive recyclable products. If you are not using your car battery, you might as well sell in to a scrap metal dealer.
You might be surprised that some of the things you found in your garage, kitchen or bathroom can be a source of income for you and your family. Metal recycling companies and other recycling centers have the necessary equipment and materials to turn your seemingly unwanted home waste materials into some reusable. If you have renovated your bathroom, collect the taps and old and bring it to a scrap metal dealer. If you think an old kitchen sink is of no use, then you are wrong. Kitchen sink is made of stainless steel and it is accepted by scrap metal dealers.
If you think of discarding things in your house, consider if it can be recycled. If it is, go to your nearest recycling center and help make a difference by disposing and recycling your seemingly unusable garbage.