Take the Pain Out of Paint
Painting projects can be moments to savor—especially when finishing them doesn’t leave you with a complementary can collection. Learn how you can reduce waste by painting smarter and recycling what’s left over at a PaintCare recycling drop-off site near you.
3 Simple Rules
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Buy Only What You Need
Guesstimating is for the birds (or turtles)! Measure your space and ask a pro.
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Use Up What You Have
“Waste not, want not” to avoid the clutter you definitely don’t want.
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Recycle the Rest
Ditch the cans and free up space with a little can-do attitude.
Buy Only What You Need
Figuring out how much paint you need for your next project can be tricky but never fear! Just ask these questions when buying paint to ensure you have enough while minimizing waste.
Use Up What You Have
Ready to buy some paint? Hold the phone! See if you have any leftover paint that can save you a trip to the store. For more helpful ways to make the most of your paint, follow these tips.
Recycle the Rest
Voila! Your project is finished and it’s a thing of beauty. All that’s left is to recycle your leftover paint at a PaintCare drop-off site. View our accepted products page to see what can be dropped off for recycling.
Responsible Painting in Action
See our three simple rules at work in three amusing stories!