Alongside accepting other household hazardous products, we also accept latex paint at our collection centers. While not the hazard of oil-based paints, latex paint still cannot typically be thrown in the trash or dumped down the drain. While the best option is to reuse this paint (or give it away), are there situations where that isn’t possible? Is latex paint damaged when frozen, or even destroyed? Let’s look at what happens to this paint when frozen, how you can prevent it, and what to do with useless latex paint. [Read more…]
Dealing with Oil-Based Paints and Stains – Storage and Disposal
As one of the most common household hazardous products inside homes in America and definitely the top item brought into our collections centers in Massachusetts, paint represents a problem for homes. Leftover paint from projects and painting the house gather dust, chemically break down, freeze, and pose fire hazards. Today, let’s talk about dealing with oil-based paints and stains, including what makes them toxic, how to store and handle them, and how to dispose of them. [Read more…]
Can I Dispose of Latex Paint at Home?
Remodeling, interior design, or spare paint cans from when you last painted the house (or maybe the time before that): we’ve all got extra paint at home. Much of modern paint is latex paint – and while it has upsides versus traditional oil-based paint – it still isn’t easy to dispose of. If you’re looking to dispose of latex paint at home, learn what your options are and how you might want to seek other options for a better environmental impact. [Read more…]
Paint Thinner & Solvent Disposal: What You Should Know
We’ve all got a few cans of paint at home – but many homeowners, especially the DIY types, might have a few containers of paint thinner or other paint-related solvents. And just like with paint, they may have outlived their welcome in your garage, basement, or attic. Today, learn what your options for old paint thinner & solvent are, including safe handling, reuse, and disposal at home and at hazardous waste facilities. [Read more…]
How to Store and Dispose of Paint and Stains, Including Latex
By far, the most commonly brought in product to our Household Hazardous Product Collection Centers is paint. Almost every household has cans of paint and stains from previous household projects and gifts from the house painter. Much of it is completely useable and safe if stored and handled properly. Today we’re going to look at the hazards and how to safely store and dispose of paint and stains, including latex. [Read more…]
