Paint Recycling in Southaven, MS
Paint is not allowed in Southaven garbage carts; DeSoto County takes all paints at its annual Household Hazardous Waste Day, usually in the spring.
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Before you go
- Note whether it’s latex (water-based) or oil-based; programs often treat them differently.
- Keep paint in its original, labelled, closed container.
- Ask about quantity limits per visit.
Where this information comes from (5)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- DeSoto County: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · DeSoto County
- HHW Day accepts items including car batteries and all paints. Checked October 26, 2026.
- HHW Day tire recycling is limited to 5 tires per citizen; business and commercial waste is not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DeSoto County: Household Garbage & Recycling (opens in new tab) · DeSoto County
- Hazardous waste, gasoline, batteries and paint go to the Household Hazardous Waste Day, usually held in the spring. Checked October 26, 2026.
- City of Southaven: Sanitation Guidelines (opens in new tab) · City of Southaven
- Southaven says no oil, gas, paint or other hazardous materials go in the cart; residents should contact DeSoto County Environmental Services at 662-469-8023. Checked October 26, 2026.
- City of Southaven: Frequently Asked Questions (opens in new tab) · City of Southaven
- Southaven refers residents to DeSoto County for the annual household hazardous waste collection day. Checked October 26, 2026.
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