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Paint Recycling in New York City, NY

Leftover paint can go to about 70 PaintCare drop-off stores across NYC at no charge, to DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off sites (up to 5 gallons per visit), to Big Reuse in Gowanus, or to SAFE events.

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75 ways to get rid of a paint in New York City

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  2. Big Reuse – Gowanus Reuse CenterDrop-off · 1 12th Street, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1 12th Street
    New York City, NY 11215

    Hours

    Open daily 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; donation drop-off until 5 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Original labeled containers of 5 gallons or less with secured lids; no aerosols, solvents or leaking cans.
    • Limit: Containers up to 5 gallons each.
  3. Mazzone Ace Hardware (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 470 Court St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    470 Court St
    New York City, NY 11231

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  4. Sherwin-Williams (Staten Island) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 240 Page Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    240 Page Ave
    New York City, NY 10307

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  5. Sherwin-Williams (Staten Island) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1440 Forest Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1440 Forest Ave
    New York City, NY 10302

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  6. Sherwin-Williams (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 3760 Nostrand Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    3760 Nostrand Ave
    New York City, NY 11235

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  7. Sherwin-Williams (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1748 86th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1748 86th St
    New York City, NY 11214

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  8. Sherwin-Williams (Ozone Park) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 107-20 Atlantic Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    107-20 Atlantic Ave
    New York City, NY 11416

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  9. Sherwin-Williams (Forest Hills) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 6860 Austin St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    6860 Austin St
    New York City, NY 11375

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  10. Sherwin-Williams (Bayside) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 4739 Bell Blvd, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    4739 Bell Blvd
    New York City, NY 11361

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  11. Sherwin-Williams (Woodside) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 6216 34th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    6216 34th Ave
    New York City, NY 11377

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  12. Mazzone Paint Center (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 211 Smith St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    211 Smith St
    New York City, NY 11201

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  13. Mazzone Ace Hardware (Rockaway Park) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 245-251 Beach 116 St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    245-251 Beach 116 St
    New York City, NY 11694

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  14. Sherwin-Williams (Astoria) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1942 37th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1942 37th St
    New York City, NY 11105

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  15. Sherwin-Williams (Bronx) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 500 Baychester Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    500 Baychester Ave
    New York City, NY 10475

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  16. Sherwin-Williams (Bronx) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 2333 Cross Bronx Expy, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    2333 Cross Bronx Expy
    New York City, NY 10462

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  17. Sherwin-Williams (Bronx) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 5740 Broadway, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    5740 Broadway
    New York City, NY 10463

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  18. Sherwin-Williams (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 60 Broadway, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    60 Broadway
    New York City, NY 11249

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  19. Sherwin-Williams (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 4606 3rd Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    4606 3rd Ave
    New York City, NY 11220

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  20. Sherwin-Williams (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 555 5th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    555 5th Ave
    New York City, NY 11215

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  21. Sherwin-Williams (Flushing) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 2519 Parsons Blvd, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    2519 Parsons Blvd
    New York City, NY 11354

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  22. Sherwin-Williams (Jackson Heights) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 7567 31St Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    7567 31St Ave
    New York City, NY 11370

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  23. Sherwin-Williams (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 150 Varick St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    150 Varick St
    New York City, NY 10013

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  24. Sherwin-Williams (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 600 Amsterdam Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    600 Amsterdam Ave
    New York City, NY 10024

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  25. Sherwin-Williams (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 155 E 55th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    155 E 55th St
    New York City, NY 10022

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  26. Sherwin-Williams (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 125 W 21st St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    125 W 21st St
    New York City, NY 10011

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  27. Sherwin-Williams (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 619 W 46th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    619 W 46th St
    New York City, NY 10036

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  28. WR Paint Supply (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 720 Manhattan Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    720 Manhattan Ave
    New York City, NY 11222

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  29. J and M Hardware (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 19 E 21st St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    19 E 21st St
    New York City, NY 10010

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  30. Loconsolo Paints (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 2660 Coney Island Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    2660 Coney Island Ave
    New York City, NY 11223

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  31. Loconsolo of Morris Park (Bronx) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1057 Morris Park Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1057 Morris Park Ave
    New York City, NY 10461

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  32. Long Island City Paint Store - PPG (Long Island City) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 51-02 27th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    51-02 27th St
    New York City, NY 11101

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  33. Jamaica Hardware and Paints (Richmond Hill) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 13101 Jamaica Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    13101 Jamaica Ave
    New York City, NY 11418

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  34. Epsteins Paint Center (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 562 W 52nd St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    562 W 52nd St
    New York City, NY 10019

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  35. Sugar Hill Hardware (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 529 W 145th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    529 W 145th St
    New York City, NY 10031

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  36. Certified Boro Park Lumber (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 4601 New Utrecht Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    4601 New Utrecht Ave
    New York City, NY 11219

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  37. Whitestone Hardware (Whitestone) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1248 150th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1248 150th St
    New York City, NY 11357

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  38. B and G Hardware (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 210 Roebling St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    210 Roebling St
    New York City, NY 11211

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  39. Certified Lumber and Home Center (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 148 Classon Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    148 Classon Ave
    New York City, NY 11205

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  40. Nunez Depot (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 4147 Broadway, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    4147 Broadway
    New York City, NY 10033

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  41. Colorall Home Fashions (Flushing) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 161-24 Northern Blvd, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    161-24 Northern Blvd
    New York City, NY 11358

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  42. Liberty Paint and Deco (Queens) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 185-26 Union Tpke, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    185-26 Union Tpke
    New York City, NY 11366

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  43. DIY Supplies Color Factory (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 7419 13th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    7419 13th Ave
    New York City, NY 11228

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  44. Sherwin-Williams (Staten Island) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1462 Hylan Blvd, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1462 Hylan Blvd
    New York City, NY 10305

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 10 gallons per visit.
  45. K and S Building Supply (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 901 65th St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    901 65th St
    New York City, NY 11219

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  46. Stillwell Ready Mix and Building Materials (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 2543 Stillwell Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    2543 Stillwell Ave
    New York City, NY 11214

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  47. F and F Supply (Bronx) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1260 Oak Point Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1260 Oak Point Ave
    New York City, NY 10474

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  48. Best Paint-Benjamin Moore (Queens Village) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 220-23 Jamaica Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    220-23 Jamaica Ave
    New York City, NY 11428

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  49. Mazzone Ace Hardware (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 476 Bergen St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    476 Bergen St
    New York City, NY 11217

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  50. Corner Hardware (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 2266 Nostrand Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    2266 Nostrand Ave
    New York City, NY 11210

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  51. Zee Hardware (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 259 Schenectady Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    259 Schenectady Ave
    New York City, NY 11213

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  52. Platz Hardware True Value (Ridgewood) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 65-25 Forest Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    65-25 Forest Ave
    New York City, NY 11385

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  53. Rainbow Ace Hardware (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1449 1st Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1449 1st Ave
    New York City, NY 10021

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  54. DIY Supplies Color Center (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 8230 18th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    8230 18th Ave
    New York City, NY 11214

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  55. Best Value NY (Bronx) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 4095 Park Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    4095 Park Ave
    New York City, NY 10457

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  56. NY Paint and Home Center #1 (Hollis) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 204-03 Hillside Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    204-03 Hillside Ave
    New York City, NY 11423

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  57. Park Slope Hardware (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 593 5th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    593 5th Ave
    New York City, NY 11215

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  58. Flushing Paint (Flushing) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 133-43 35th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    133-43 35th Ave
    New York City, NY 11354

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  59. Colorall Paint II (Little Neck) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 252-02 Northern Blvd, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    252-02 Northern Blvd
    New York City, NY 11362

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  60. Harrys Paint and Hardware True Value (Middle Village) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 8203 Eliot Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    8203 Eliot Ave
    New York City, NY 11379

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  61. Loconsolo of Steinway (Astoria) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 2831 Steinway St, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    2831 Steinway St
    New York City, NY 11103

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  62. New York Floor and Paint Supplies (New York) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1473 5th Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1473 5th Ave
    New York City, NY 10035

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
  63. Atlas Paints Plus (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 7722 3rd Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    7722 3rd Ave
    New York City, NY 11209

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  64. Global Paint (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 1208 Neptune Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    1208 Neptune Ave
    New York City, NY 11224

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  65. Loconsolo of Forest Hills (Forest Hills) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 10310 Metropolitan Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    10310 Metropolitan Ave
    New York City, NY 11375

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  66. Brite Hardware Locksmith Building Supply (Richmond Hill) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 112-15 Jamaica Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    112-15 Jamaica Ave
    New York City, NY 11418

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  67. Clinton Hill Hardware Inc (Brooklyn) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 452 Myrtle Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    452 Myrtle Ave
    New York City, NY 11205

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  68. General Paint Color Corp (Woodhaven) – PaintCare drop-offDrop-off · 89-01 Jamaica Ave, New York CityOpen to everyoneFree
    Where

    89-01 Jamaica Ave
    New York City, NY 11421

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • PaintCare drop-off: house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers. Call ahead to confirm the store can take your paint.
    • Limit: Up to 5 gallons per visit.
  69. DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site – Bronx (Hunts Point)Drop-off · 2 Farragut St, New York CityNew York City residentsCost not listed
    Where

    2 Farragut St
    New York City, NY 10474

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed legal holidays and in severe weather

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Do-it-yourself drop-off; DSNY staff can help.
    • Limit: Up to five gallons per visit.
  70. DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site – Brooklyn (Greenpoint)Drop-off · 459 N Henry St, New York CityNew York City residentsCost not listed
    Where

    459 N Henry St
    New York City, NY 11222

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed legal holidays and in severe weather

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Do-it-yourself drop-off; DSNY staff can help.
    • Limit: Up to five gallons per visit.
  71. DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site – Manhattan (Lower East Side/Two Bridges)Drop-off · 74 Pike Slip, New York CityNew York City residentsCost not listed
    Where

    74 Pike Slip
    New York City, NY 10002

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed legal holidays and in severe weather

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Do-it-yourself drop-off; DSNY staff can help.
    • Limit: Up to five gallons per visit.
  72. DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site – Queens (College Point)Drop-off · 12015 31 Ave, New York CityNew York City residentsCost not listed
    Where

    12015 31 Ave
    New York City, NY 11354

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed legal holidays and in severe weather

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Do-it-yourself drop-off; DSNY staff can help.
    • Limit: Up to five gallons per visit.
  73. DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site – Staten Island (Fresh Kills)Drop-off · 1000 West Service Rd, New York CityNew York City residentsCost not listed
    Where

    1000 West Service Rd
    New York City, NY 10312

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed legal holidays and in severe weather

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Do-it-yourself drop-off; DSNY staff can help.
    • Limit: Up to five gallons per visit.
  74. PaintCare New York paint drop-off programNonprofit service · New YorkOpen to everyoneFree
    How it works

    Paint stewardship program under ECL Article 27, Title 20, overseen by DEC and running since May 2022. PaintCare lists 392 year-round drop-off sites where households, businesses and others can leave house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings at no charge. Free pickup is available for 100+ gallons.

    Cost & rules
    • House paint and primers (latex or oil-based), stains, deck and concrete sealers, and clear finishes such as varnish and shellac, in containers of 5 gallons or less.
    • Free pickup for 100+ gallons through PaintCare's large volume pickup service.
  75. DSNY SAFE Disposal EventsCity service · New York CityNew York City residentsCost not listed
    How it works

    Annual DSNY drive-up events in all five boroughs (10 AM to 4 PM, rain or shine) for harmful household products: automotive products, e-waste including TVs and computers, paint and household chemicals, rechargeable batteries and more. NYC residents only; plug-in appliances and CFC appliances are not accepted. Check the DSNY page for this year's dates.

    Cost & rules
    • Held once a year in each borough; check DSNY for dates.

Before you go

  1. Note whether it’s latex (water-based) or oil-based; programs often treat them differently.
  2. Keep paint in its original, labelled, closed container.
  3. Ask about quantity limits per visit.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • DSNY: SAFE Disposal Events (opens in new tab) · New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY)
    • SAFE Disposal Events are held every year in all five boroughs for NYC residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SAFE events are for NYC residents only; no businesses or commercial vehicles. Proof of residency may be requested. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SAFE events accept harmful household products including paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • All SAFE events run 10 AM to 4 PM, rain or shine. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSNY: Special Waste Drop-Off (opens in new tab) · New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY)
    • Special Waste Drop-Off sites are for NYC residents only, with no businesses or commercial vehicles; proof of residency may be requested. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Special Waste sites accept paint, up to five gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Drop-off is do-it-yourself; DSNY staff can help. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DSNY: Harmful Household Products (opens in new tab) · New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY)
    • Small amounts of paint can be dried out (or soaked up with kitty litter) and put in the trash; empty dry paint cans go out with recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Most PaintCare sites in NYC take up to 5 gallons per visit; paint must be in original labeled containers with lids secured. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • For a limited time PaintCare offers free door-to-door pickup to Staten Island households with more than ten gallons of leftover paint, stain and varnish. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Big Reuse: Big Reuse Centers (opens in new tab) · Big Reuse
    • Big Reuse's Gowanus Reuse Center is at 1 12th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215, open daily 10 AM to 7 PM, with donation drop-off ending at 5 PM. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Big Reuse: Material Donations (opens in new tab) · Big Reuse
    • Big Reuse is a PaintCare drop-off site for house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings in original labeled containers of 5 gallons or less. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare drop-off site locator data (sites.json) (opens in new tab) · PaintCare
    • PaintCare lists Big Reuse, 1 12th St, Brooklyn 11215, as a drop-off site (limit 5 gallons per visit). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Mazzone Ace Hardware at 470 Court St, Brooklyn 11231 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 240 Page Ave, Staten Island 10307 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 1440 Forest Ave, Staten Island 10302 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 3760 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn 11235 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 1748 86th St, Brooklyn 11214 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 107-20 Atlantic Ave, Ozone Park 11416 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 6860 Austin St, Forest Hills 11375 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 4739 Bell Blvd, Bayside 11361 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 6216 34th Ave, Woodside 11377 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Mazzone Paint Center at 211 Smith St, Brooklyn 11201 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Mazzone Ace Hardware at 245-251 Beach 116 St, Rockaway Park 11694 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 1942 37th St, Astoria 11105 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 500 Baychester Ave, Bronx 10475 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 2333 Cross Bronx Expy, Bronx 10462 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 5740 Broadway, Bronx 10463 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 60 Broadway, Brooklyn 11249 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 4606 3rd Ave, Brooklyn 11220 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 555 5th Ave, Brooklyn 11215 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 2519 Parsons Blvd, Flushing 11354 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 7567 31St Ave, Jackson Heights 11370 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 150 Varick St, New York 10013 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 600 Amsterdam Ave, New York 10024 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 155 E 55th St, New York 10022 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 125 W 21st St, New York 10011 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 619 W 46th St, New York 10036 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists WR Paint Supply at 720 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn 11222 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists J and M Hardware at 19 E 21st St, New York 10010 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Loconsolo Paints at 2660 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn 11223 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Loconsolo of Morris Park at 1057 Morris Park Ave, Bronx 10461 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Long Island City Paint Store - PPG at 51-02 27th St, Long Island City 11101 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Jamaica Hardware and Paints at 13101 Jamaica Ave, Richmond Hill 11418 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Epsteins Paint Center at 562 W 52nd St, New York 10019 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sugar Hill Hardware at 529 W 145th St, New York 10031 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Certified Boro Park Lumber at 4601 New Utrecht Ave, Brooklyn 11219 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Whitestone Hardware at 1248 150th St, Whitestone 11357 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists B and G Hardware at 210 Roebling St, Brooklyn 11211 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Certified Lumber and Home Center at 148 Classon Ave, Brooklyn 11205 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Nunez Depot at 4147 Broadway, New York 10033 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Colorall Home Fashions at 161-24 Northern Blvd, Flushing 11358 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Liberty Paint and Deco at 185-26 Union Tpke, Queens 11366 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists DIY Supplies Color Factory at 7419 13th Ave, Brooklyn 11228 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Sherwin-Williams at 1462 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island 10305 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 10 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists K and S Building Supply at 901 65th St, Brooklyn 11219 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Stillwell Ready Mix and Building Materials at 2543 Stillwell Ave, Brooklyn 11214 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 Gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists F and F Supply at 1260 Oak Point Ave, Bronx 10474 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Best Paint-Benjamin Moore at 220-23 Jamaica Ave, Queens Village 11428 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Mazzone Ace Hardware at 476 Bergen St, Brooklyn 11217 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Corner Hardware at 2266 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn 11210 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Zee Hardware at 259 Schenectady Ave, Brooklyn 11213 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Platz Hardware True Value at 65-25 Forest Ave, Ridgewood 11385 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Rainbow Ace Hardware at 1449 1st Ave, New York 10021 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists DIY Supplies Color Center at 8230 18th Ave, Brooklyn 11214 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Best Value NY at 4095 Park Ave, Bronx 10457 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists NY Paint and Home Center #1 at 204-03 Hillside Ave, Hollis 11423 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Park Slope Hardware at 593 5th Ave, Brooklyn 11215 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Flushing Paint at 133-43 35th Ave, Flushing 11354 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Colorall Paint II at 252-02 Northern Blvd, Little Neck 11362 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Harrys Paint and Hardware True Value at 8203 Eliot Ave, Middle Village 11379 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Loconsolo of Steinway at 2831 Steinway St, Astoria 11103 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists New York Floor and Paint Supplies at 1473 5th Ave, New York 10035 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Atlas Paints Plus at 7722 3rd Ave, Brooklyn 11209 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Global Paint at 1208 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn 11224 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Loconsolo of Forest Hills at 10310 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills 11375 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Brite Hardware Locksmith Building Supply at 112-15 Jamaica Ave, Richmond Hill 11418 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists Clinton Hill Hardware Inc at 452 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn 11205 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare lists General Paint Color Corp at 89-01 Jamaica Ave, Woodhaven 11421 as a paint drop-off site (Households and Businesses in New York); Limit: 5 gallons per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare: New York (opens in new tab) · PaintCare Inc.
    • PaintCare New York drop-off sites are open to households, businesses, government agencies and others with leftover paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • There is no charge to drop off paint at a PaintCare site. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare sites accept house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings such as shellac and varnish. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • For 100+ gallons, PaintCare offers a free large volume pickup service. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The PaintCare fee on new paint in New York is $0.00 (half pint or smaller), $0.45 (over a half pint to under 1 gallon), $0.95 (1-2 gallons) and $1.95 (over 2 up to 5 gallons). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NYSDEC: Postconsumer Paint Collection Program (opens in new tab) · New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
    • The program covers interior and exterior architectural coatings in containers of five gallons or less: latex or oil-based house paint and primers, stains, deck and concrete sealers and clear finishes. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The PaintCare fee paid when buying new paint is not a tax or a deposit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Architectural paint may be sold in New York only if the producer and its brands participate in the program and are registered with PaintCare. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NYSDEC: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab) · New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
    • DEC lists oil-based paints as an example of household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Household hazardous wastes are household materials that would be regulated as hazardous waste if generated elsewhere; household-generated HHW is exempt from state and federal hazardous waste rules. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents can take HHW to authorized HHW collection facilities or HHW collection events hosted by counties and municipalities; DEC has a map and list of permitted facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If there is no permitted facility nearby, check with your municipality for periodic one- or two-day HHW collection events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The state Environmental Protection Fund can pay up to 50 percent of the cost of municipal HHW collection programs. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NY General Municipal Law 120-AA: Source separation and segregation of recyclable or reuseable materials (opens in new tab) · New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
    • General Municipal Law 120-aa required every municipality, by September 1, 1992, to adopt a local law requiring source separation of recyclables (paper, glass, metals, plastics, yard waste) where economic markets exist. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NYSDEC: Recycling Resources (opens in new tab) · New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
    • DEC tells residents to check local guidance to see which items their program accepts. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • NYSDEC: Recycling and Composting (opens in new tab) · New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
    • DEC lists New York collection programs for items that belong outside the recycling bin: beverage containers, carpet, cell phones, e-waste, lead-acid vehicle batteries, mercury thermostats, paint, pharmaceuticals, plastic film, rechargeable batteries and tires. Checked October 26, 2026.

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