Paint Disposal

Step by Step

1. 1If paint has already hardened in the can, take the lid off and throw the dried paint away with your regular trash.
2. 2In a well ventilated area, air dry paint away from children and pets.
3. 3If the paint is less than one-fourth of the container, it should dry in the can with the lid removed in a relatively short time — stirring every few days speeds up drying.
4. 4If the paint is more than one-fourth of the container, brush the left-over paint on cardboard or newspaper to use it, then allow the empty can to dry with the lid removed.
5. 5Donate usable leftover paint to community groups, theater groups, schools or churches — you may even be able to take a tax deduction.
6. 6Organize a neighborhood paint exchange.