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Paint Recycling in Abilene, TX

Abilene's Environmental Recycling Center takes paint as household hazardous waste, in containers of one gallon or less. Usable paint goes to its free Recycling Re-Store.

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2 ways to get rid of a paint in Abilene

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · AbileneNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $70.00
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  2. Environmental Recycling CenterDrop-off · 2209 Oak Street, AbileneAbilene residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    2209 Oak Street
    Abilene, TX 79602

    Hours

    Tuesday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.–noon; closed Sunday, Monday and City holidays.

    Cost & rules

    Paint

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

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

    • Containers over one gallon only by arrangement with the collection manager.

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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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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Environmental Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · City of Abilene Solid Waste & Recycling
    • The Environmental Recycling Center at 2209 Oak Street is for residents only; no commercial drop-offs. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Household hazardous waste accepted includes automotive and rechargeable batteries and paints. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Containers larger than one gallon are not accepted unless arranged with the collection manager. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
    • TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TCEQ lists oil-based paints and some anti-mildew latex paints as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TCEQ says a paint can less than a quarter full can be opened and left to dry, then thrown in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TCEQ suggests passing usable leftover paint to friends, relatives or neighbors. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
    • Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.

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