Check the can label for disposal instructions and local hazardous waste rules
Use up the spray paint if possible on an appropriate project
Give unused paint to someone who can use it if it is still in good condition
Take leftover spray paint to a household hazardous waste collection site
Never puncture, crush, or incinerate aerosol cans
Keep the can away from heat, flames, and direct sunlight
If the can is completely empty, follow local recycling or trash guidelines
Remove the nozzle only if your local disposal program allows it
Store cans upright and secured until disposal
Do not pour spray paint into drains, soil, or regular trash unless local rules permit it