[greenyes] Junk Mail Paper Composting

["Bradley Abbott" <bradwabbott@no.address>]

I like the idea of composting paper but I have never actually done it.  I
have seen information, particularly related to vermiculi composting, that
advises against composting any painted or glossy paper due to toxins.  Since
a good amount of junk mail and magazines are either glossy, ink-laden, or
both, I feel like I am missing an opportunity.  I would love to use the
glossy and inked paper for something.  Is there any way to treat this paper
to remove the gloss and/or ink toxins?  Alternatively, is there anything
else I can do with the ink/glossy papers besides composting and standard
recycling?  I would love to shred this stuff and use it in my garden or in
other household applications.  Any ideas, information, or resources is much
appreciated!

Thanks,

Brad