How to Prepare Different Paints for Disposal

Acrylic Paint Disposal:

For non-toxic acrylic paint, consider recycling, donating, or throwing it away. If your acrylic paint is toxic, take it to your area's hazardous products disposal facility. Here's what you can do:

1. Dry the Paint: Avoid throwing liquid acrylic paint, as it can leak and contaminate the environment. Leave canisters open in a well-ventilated area to dry out the paint. For larger amounts, use a paint hardener, available at most hardware and paint specialty stores.
2. Do NOT pour it out: Under no circumstances should you pour acrylic paint down drains or sinks, as it can cause environmental harm and clog drainage systems.

Call Caliber Moving Services:

Once your acrylic paint is properly prepared, get in touch with Caliber Moving Services to handle the disposal for you.

Latex Paint Disposal:

Latex paint disposal is relatively straightforward because it's not hazardous when completely dry.

1. Dry the Paint: To properly dispose of liquid latex paint, leave canisters open in a well-ventilated area to dry out. For larger quantities, mix it with a paint hardener or consider adding kitty litter to aid in drying and solidification.
2. Do NOT pour it out: Avoid pouring latex paint down drains or sinks, as hardened paint can lead to drain blockages.

Call Caliber Moving Services:

Once the latex paint is dried and ready for disposal, contact Caliber Moving Services to handle the leftover cans for you.

Oil-Based Paint Disposal:

Oil-based paints require special attention due to their petroleum distillates, which prevent them from drying out naturally.

1. Dry the Paint: To prepare oil-based paints for disposal, use materials like kitty litter, newspaper, or store-bought paint hardeners to dry and harden the paint.
2. Proper Disposal: Since oil-based paints are considered household hazardous waste, they must be disposed of through designated household hazardous waste collection events.