Recycling in Denver, CO

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Checked October 26, 2026

• Denver: Appliance Collection (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • Denver residents served by Solid Waste Management can schedule a free appliance collection by appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The City collects appliances so metals are recycled and Freon is handled safely. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted appliances include microwaves, refrigerators, freezers and washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appointments are scheduled by calling 311 or 720-913-1311. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Denver: Large Item Pickup (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • Large Item Pickup accepts furniture and exercise equipment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Large Item Pickup does not take paint, batteries, tires or appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Large Item Pickup does not take electronic waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattresses and box springs are accepted for Large Item Pickup if bagged and wrapped. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • A maximum of 5 large items and up to 10 bags are collected from each service address. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Items must be out by 6 a.m. on the normal collection day. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Large items may only be set out during the scheduled Large Item Pickup collection; other times are illegal dumping. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Electronic waste is not accepted for Large Item Pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Denver: Household Hazardous Waste At-Your-Door (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • Denver residents can get one HHW collection appointment per calendar year. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Each appointment requires a $15 co-payment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • One collection kit bag holding about 10 to 12 cans or bottles is provided per appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • To qualify, you need at least 3 types of accepted materials or one material over 25 lbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Latex and oil-based paint are on the accepted list. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Denver suggests leaving paint out if the bag is full, since most paint can be recycled at no cost. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Auto batteries and household batteries are on the accepted list. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Denver: Electronic Recycling (E-cycle Coupon Program) (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • The E-cycle coupon covers printers, stereos, cell phones, telephones, VCRs and video game consoles. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The coupon gives a significantly discounted rate; no amount is stated. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The coupon is valid for drop-offs only. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Some small appliances such as microwaves are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Rechargeable batteries are accepted; car, button and household batteries are not. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Refrigerators, air conditioners and large appliances are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Denver residents can get an E-cycle Coupon for recycling televisions, monitors and other electronics at a discounted rate. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted items include televisions, monitors, CPUs and laptops. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Limit one coupon per household per calendar year. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Residents must bring proof of address and their code; BlueStar Recyclers verifies both. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The coupon is valid for drop-offs only. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Residents must live in Denver County; businesses, non-residents and PO boxes are not eligible. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Wipe laptops, computers and phones before recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver: ReStore Locations (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver
  • Habitat ReStore Denver: 70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver 80223, (303) 722-5863; store open every day 10am–6pm, donation dock every day 10am–5:30pm. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Habitat lists its Littleton ReStore at 7890 W. Quincy Ave., Littleton, CO 80123, phone (303) 407-2310. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Store open every day 10am–6pm; donation dock every day 10am–5:30pm. Checked October 26, 2026.
• GreenSheen: Paint Recycling Locations (opens in new tab) · GreenSheen Paint
  • GreenSheen Colorado headquarters: 1055 S Jason St, Denver, CO 80223, (303) 514-3955. Checked October 26, 2026.
• PaintCare: drop-off site locator data (sites.json) (opens in new tab) · PaintCare
  • PaintCare lists this location as a paint drop-off site (record 6189). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists the site for households and vsqg businesses in colorado, limit: 100 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists this location as a paint drop-off site (record 11396). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists the site for households and businesses in colorado. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists this location as a paint drop-off site (record 17106). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists the site for households and businesses in colorado. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare lists this location as a paint drop-off site (record 11401). Checked October 26, 2026.
• PaintCare: Colorado paint recycling and drop-off locations (opens in new tab) · PaintCare
  • For a limited time PaintCare offers direct pickup for households in certain counties with leftover paint, stain and varnish. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The service is for households with more than ten gallons of paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • There is no charge for the pickup service. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Eligible counties include El Paso, Teller, Arapahoe, Adams, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Households call (720) 854-8722 to see if they qualify and request service. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Xcel Energy Refrigerator Recycling (Colorado): Home (opens in new tab) · Xcel Energy (delivered by CLEAResult)
  • Xcel Energy pays a $50 rebate for recycling an old working fridge or freezer. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Xcel Energy Refrigerator Recycling (Colorado): Outdoor Pickup (opens in new tab) · Xcel Energy (delivered by CLEAResult)
  • Participants must be Xcel Energy residential electric customers living in Colorado; gas-only customers are not eligible. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Units must be made in 2021 or earlier and be 10–30 cubic feet. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appliances must be working and clean at pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • No more than four working units per household per program year. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Xcel Energy Refrigerator Recycling (Colorado): Help Center (opens in new tab) · Xcel Energy (delivered by CLEAResult)
  • Eligible Colorado ratepayers can have refrigerators and freezers picked up to be recycled. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Denver: Recycling Service FAQ (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • Solid Waste Management collects recycling from residential buildings, including multi-family buildings up to 7 units. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Buildings with 8+ units and businesses are pointed to the Universal Recycling and Composting Ordinance page instead. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Denver: Accepted for Recycling (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • Shipping and delivery boxes are accepted in Denver recycling, flattened and cut to no larger than 2 ft x 2 ft. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • All cardboard and paperboard boxes should be flattened. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Foil-coated paperboard and waxed cardboard are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • No plastic bags of any kind are allowed in the recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Denver: Cherry Creek Recycling and Compost Drop-off (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
  • The drop-off is at 7400 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO 80231. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Open Tuesday–Friday 9 am–12 pm and 1–4:30 pm; Saturday 8 am–12 pm and 1–3 pm. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Closed Sundays, Mondays and City holidays. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Denver residents only; proof of residency required. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • No commercial use and no commercial vehicles. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Blue Star Recyclers: Residential Electronics Drop-Off (opens in new tab) · Blue Star Recyclers
  • Drop-off address: 953 Decatur Street, Suite C, Denver, CO 80204. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Open Monday–Friday 9 am–5 pm and Saturday 9 am–1 pm; closed Sunday. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Phone 303-534-1667. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Douglas County GreenWorks: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Douglas County Government
  • Douglas County lists Colorado Tire Recycling, LLC for tires at 5101 Columbine Street, Denver, CO 80216, 303-853-0789, open Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Douglas County lists Go Green Tires for tires at 2660 South Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80219, charging $2.00 per tire. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Spring Back Colorado: Denver/Metro Area pickup and drop-off (opens in new tab) · Spring Back Colorado Mattress Recycling
  • Spring Back schedules mattress pickups in Denver through its secure payment form. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Pickup transportation fee is $60 in Area A (inside the 470 loop) and $70 in Area B; call if you're not on the map. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Pickups run Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Maximum six pieces per pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling fees apply to pickup and drop-off: $40 per mattress or box spring of any size. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Spring Back charges $10 per mattress topper. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Batteries Plus: Littleton, CO store page (opens in new tab) · Batteries Plus
  • Batteries Plus lists the store at 8601 W. Cross Drive Suite #2A, 80123, phone (303) 973-4000. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Store hours: Monday–Friday 8 am–8 pm; Saturday 8 am–7 pm; Sunday 9 am–6 pm. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of Colorado: Material Donations (donation guidelines) (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Colorado
  • Goodwill accepts furniture, sporting goods and exercise equipment in gently used, re-sellable condition. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donations must be in gently used, re-sellable condition. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Taking gently used items to any Goodwill of Colorado location is free. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill cannot accept broken, stained or worn furniture or paint and other hazardous materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill cannot accept automobile parts or tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill accepts any computer or peripheral, such as printers, cell phones, tablets or scanners, in any condition through Dell Reconnect. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Home pickups are offered through partner ReSupply as a fee-based service. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Goodwill of Colorado: Free Computer Recycling (Dell Reconnect) (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Colorado
  • Goodwill of Colorado donation centers accept computers and components of any brand and condition. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The service is provided at no cost to residential computer donors. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill recommends backing up data and erasing the hard drive before donating. Checked October 26, 2026.

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