Out with the tiles, in with the greenery!

To help residents of Voorne aan Zee make their gardens greener, a free “Tegeltaxi” will be on the road in September. The municipality of Voorne aan Zee is organizing the Tegeltaxi in collaboration with Reinis.

When does the free Tegeltaxi run?

The Tegeltaxi operates on:

  • Monday, September 21
  • Tuesday, September 22
  • Wednesday, September 23

Depending on the number of registrations, the Tegeltaxi may run a second round on:

  • Monday, September 28
  • Tuesday, September 29
  • Wednesday, September 30

You'll see the specific day we can pick up the tiles from you when you register. Please note that we have a limited number of spots available. Once we're full, we're full.

How do I order a taxi?

You can sign up through the Reinis app. For more information about the app, visit the Reinis website at

  • Log in with your ZIP code and house number.
  • Click on “Bulky Waste Appointment” and go to “Schedule a Pickup.” Please note: It says there is a fee, but the Tegeltaxi is free.
  • For bulky waste, select the “Tegeltaxi.”
  • Select the location (for your home) and then click on the specified date.
  • In the “Additional Information” box, please specify as clearly as possible where you will be laying the tiles.
  • Reinis will then send a confirmation to the email address provided.

Important! What are the Requirements for registration?

  • Be sure to arrive on time. Once it's full, it's full.
  • A maximum of 4 m² (2 m x 2 m) of tiles or pavers per application.
  • Materials other than tiles and pavers are not included.
  • Place the tiles in a public, easily accessible location. Do not place them in your yard or on your own property.
  • Place the tiles no more than 24 hours before the pickup day and no later than 7:30 a.m. on the day of pickup.
  • Reinis picks up the tiles with a truck equipped with a grapple, which needs space to pick up the tiles. Health Make sure there are no obstacles, such as parked cars, walls, lampposts, or trees.

Requirements for where you lay the tiles

Choose a spot that is freely accessible to a truck with a peg. Are you not offering the tiles properly? Then the tiles cannot be taken. So read carefully what you need to consider:

  • Choose a public place that is easily accessible to a truck with a squeeze. For example, choose the sidewalk in front of your house, the regular spot for your trash can, or another open area. Never place the stones on your own property, such as directly in front of your front door. The truck must have good access to them.
  • Health for space. Health that there are no parked cars, trees, bushes, fences or lampposts in the way. The truck needs space to pick up the stones. Also, do not place the stones in narrow streets that the truck cannot reach.
  • Health for space above the tiles. Do not place the tiles under a tree, canopy or anything else. The tiles are picked up from above.
  • Do not place the bricks directly against walls or fences. Health that there is space around the pile so that the peg can easily grab the stones.
  • Stack the bricks neatly. Do not make the pile too high so that it can be picked up safely and easily.
  • Do not place the stones too far from the road. Keep in mind that the truck with the crane cannot reach everything. Therefore, the tiles should be about and maximum 5 meters from the street.
  • When doing this, of course, always keep in mind through paths, people should still be able to pass by.
  • After picking up the items, please take a moment to sweep away any remaining sand or debris. This way, we can all work together to keep Voorne aan Zee tidy.

Why do we at Voorne aan Zee think greening is important?

By replacing tiles with flowers, plants, or shrubs, you can make the area greener. This leads to greater biodiversity and improves water drainage. As a result, you’ll experience fewer problems with excess water, and the city will be cooler. Greening is very important and necessary—especially in cities.

  • Biodiversity: More plants and flowers create more life. Removing tiles and planting greenery brings more insects, birds and other animals. This creates more biodiversity in the city.
  • Water management: Greenery helps with water management. Plants and grass absorb rainwater better than tiles. This prevents flooding and maintains groundwater levels.
  • Climate change: Greenery also helps with the climate. Plants and trees provide shade and coolness. This helps make it less hot on hot days.
  • Air quality: Plants make the air cleaner. They absorb CO2 and release oxygen. They also filter particulates and other pollutants from the air.
  • Livability and health: Green is good for health. People feel better and healthier in a green environment. There is room to relax and exercise, which is good for mental health.
  • Beautiful environment: Green looks beautiful. It makes neighborhoods more beautiful and increases the value of homes.

Still have questions?

If you have any questions, please contact Reinis at 0181 612 864.