Incandescent bulbs can be disposed of in regular trash, but it’s recommended to surround them with plastic or packaging material to prevent injuries from potential broken glass. Using light bulb recycling kits or bulb crushing products can help ensure safe disposal. Recycling incandescent bulbs can be challenging due to the small amounts of metal and glass, which are difficult to separate, so many recyclers don’t accept these bulbs. Search for local recycling programs that specifically accept incandescent bulbs or consider sending the bulbs by mail to a specialized recycling facility.