Small amounts of latex paint can be dried out and safely disposed of with trash, please remove lids (can use kitty litter/sand to expedite the process). Oil based paints must be dropped off for safe handling.

For surplus latex or oil-based paints: Take to the municipal surplus paint collection program, if available. Latex paint can be disposed of as trash if dry. To dry small amounts, remove lid and let the paint dry in the can. For larger amounts, mix in kitty litter or pour one-inch layers of paint in a cardboard box lined with a plastic bag.

Hardened oil-based paint can also be disposed of in the trash.

Surplus oil-based paint should be saved for a hazardous household waste collection event.

Empty paint cans: Empty paint cans may be accepted in community scrap metal programs. If recycling is not feasible, empty paint cans may be disposed of in the trash. Leave lids off so the hauler can see that the can is empty.

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