Latex Paint
- For small quantities, take off the lid (away from children and pets) and let it dry.
- For larger quantities, dry it out by mixing with kitty litter, saw dust or oil-dry. Let stand until clumpy.
- Pour layers on newspapers in a cardboard box, allowing each layer to dry.
- Dried, open cans of latex paint can be placed with your other garbage.
If you are unsure if your paint is latex, look for the following words:
- Water-based
- Clean-up with soap and water
- The list of ingredients includes water
- Non-flammable
Oil-Based or Lead Paint
Oil-based and paint with lead are considered hazardous waste and should be disposed of at a hazardous waste drop-off site or free Household Chemical Collection event.
Cans of Spray Paint
Spray paint is considered hazardous waste and should be disposed of at a hazardous waste drop-off site or free Household Chemical Collection event.