Check the paint can label for disposal instructions
Keep usable paint and donate it if allowed
Let latex paint dry completely before disposal
Mix latex paint with cat litter, sand, or a commercial paint hardener to solidify it
Dispose of dried latex paint in household trash if local rules allow
Take oil-based paint, stains, and solvents to a hazardous waste facility
Never pour paint down drains, toilets, or storm sewers
Never put liquid paint in regular trash
Remove the lid and let empty cans dry before recycling or trash disposal if permitted locally
Contact your local waste authority for specific disposal rules and drop-off locations