Disposal Steps for Latex Paint
- Unused latex paint should be poured into an absorbent material such as a cat litter box, shredded newspaper or sawdust.
- Let it dry completely and dispose of the dried material in your regular trash.
- In areas where recycling programs exist, save the dry, empty containers with the lids removed, for a steel or plastic can recycling program.
- Small amounts of dried residue will not hinder can recycling.
Disposal Steps for Solvent-Based Paint
- Save solvent-based paints for a household hazardous waste collection program or contact your local/state government environmental protection agency for guidance on reuse or disposal of unwanted solvent-based paint products.
- In areas where recycling programs exist, save the dry, empty containers with the lids removed for a can recycling program. Small amounts of dried residue will not hinder can recycling.