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.