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Paint Recycling in Ann Arbor, MI

Washtenaw County's Home Toxics program takes all paints (latex, oil-based and spray) free from county residents by appointment. The Drop-Off Station does not take paint.

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2 ways to get rid of a paint in Ann Arbor

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Ann ArborNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $70.00
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    Book online, set out your paint and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Washtenaw County Home Toxics (household hazardous waste) collectionCounty service · Washtenaw CountyWashtenaw County residentsFree
    How it works

    Free, appointment-only household hazardous waste disposal for Washtenaw County residents: weekday drop-offs at the HHW Center, 10843 W. Five Mile Rd., Northville, MI 48168 (Census: Salem Township, Washtenaw County), and Saturday collections April-November at the Home Toxics Center, 705 N. Zeeb Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Census: Scio Township). Phone 734-222-3950. Described here from the City of Ann Arbor pages; the county page loads its item lists by script.

    Cost & rules
    • Appointment required: weekdays (Tue-Thu) at the Northville HHW Center or select Saturdays April-November at the Home Toxics Center on N. Zeeb Rd.

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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

  • Drop-Off Station (opens in new tab) · Recycle Ann Arbor
    • The Drop-Off Station serves residents and businesses in Washtenaw County and beyond; electronics, appliances, freon appliances and tires are among the hard-to-recycle materials it takes. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Drop-Off Options (opens in new tab) · City of Ann Arbor
    • The gate-fee pass is only for Ann Arbor residents, not commercial users. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Registration is required for Home Toxics collection events, held on select Saturdays from April through November; the Northville HHW Center is by appointment Tuesday through Thursday. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Washtenaw County Household Hazardous Waste Center, 10843 W. Five Mile Road, Northville, is open by appointment only, Tuesday through Thursday. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Drop-Off Station Prices (opens in new tab) · Recycle Ann Arbor
    • Paints or varnish (latex or oil-based) are not accepted at the Drop-Off Station. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Home Toxics Disposal (opens in new tab) · City of Ann Arbor
    • Washtenaw County residents can dispose of household hazardous waste for free at two locations; items must not come from a business, government or other organization; appointments are required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Home toxics include all paints (latex, oil-based, spray), stains, varnishes and rechargeable batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • These services are free to Washtenaw County residents; voluntary donations are welcome. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donate to the ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley
    • The ReStore takes item donations Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am-5:30pm at 6241 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mattresses, box springs, sleeper sofas and paint or stain of any kind are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Trash (opens in new tab) · City of Ann Arbor
    • Ann Arbor tells residents to deliver partially used household toxics such as oil paints to the Washtenaw County Home Toxics Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • EGLE: take leftover household hazardous products to a local collection when one is available; never pour them down a storm drain or household drain. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If there is no local collection, EGLE says to ask your trash hauler for instructions on safe disposal in the regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE lists paints and stains as household hazardous waste: oil-based paint and stains often contain toxic solvents and pigments; latex paint sometimes contains toxic pigments. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Landfill Prohibited Materials and Special Wastes (guidance, rev. 3/2021) (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • Household hazardous waste (solvents, cleansers, pesticides) is not banned from Michigan landfills, though EGLE says it is not well suited to them. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • HHW collections are run by local governments or commercial recyclers; many are temporary or seasonal, so call before going. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE keeps a county-by-county list of local collection contacts; if your community is not listed, call your city, township or county. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE suggests looking for retail take-back of electronics, batteries, light bulbs, medications, motor oil and antifreeze when buying replacements. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE suggests donating usable paints and stains to parks, churches, art councils, nonprofit housing groups, shelters and neighbours. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • PaintCare home page (opens in new tab) · PaintCare Inc.
    • Michigan has no PaintCare program: PaintCare lists California, Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington only. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • PaintCare runs programs only in states with paint stewardship laws; Michigan is not one of them. Checked October 26, 2026.

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