Curbside GuideHow to dispose of paint in Columbus, OH
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Dry out latex paint and trash it, or drop it at SWACO's Jackson Pike center. Take oil-based paint to SWACO's HHW facility at 645 E. 8th Ave.
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- Latex (water-based)
- Free at SWACO's Recycling Convenience Center, or dry it out with hardener, cat litter or sawdust and put it in the trash.
- Oil-based
- Free at SWACO's Household Hazardous Waste facility.
- Where to drop off
- Latex: Recycling Convenience Center, 2566 Jackson Pike. Oil-based: HHW facility, 645 E. 8th Ave. (weekdays 9am–5pm, 1st Saturday 9am–2pm).
- Cost / limits
- Free for Franklin County residents.
- Tip
- SWACO is Franklin County's public solid waste authority.
Official source: www.swaco.org · www.swaco.org
FAQ
How do I dispose of paint in Columbus?
Dry out latex paint and trash it, or drop it at SWACO's Jackson Pike center. Take oil-based paint to SWACO's HHW facility at 645 E. 8th Ave.
How do I get rid of latex paint in Columbus?
Free at SWACO's Recycling Convenience Center, or dry it out with hardener, cat litter or sawdust and put it in the trash.
How do I get rid of oil-based paint in Columbus?
Free at SWACO's Household Hazardous Waste facility.
Where can I drop off paint in Columbus?
Latex: Recycling Convenience Center, 2566 Jackson Pike. Oil-based: HHW facility, 645 E. 8th Ave. (weekdays 9am–5pm, 1st Saturday 9am–2pm).
Does paint disposal cost anything in Columbus?
Free for Franklin County residents.