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Paint Recycling in Bellaire, TX

Bellaire's garbage crews take latex paint only when fully dried and hardened, and never oil-based paint; liquid paint goes to the Harris County HHW facility on Hahl Road by appointment, free for residents outside Houston.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

3 ways to get rid of a paint in Bellaire

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · BellaireNo 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. Harris County Household Hazardous Waste FacilityCounty service · Harris CountyBellaire residentsConditions applyFree
    How it works

    By-appointment household hazardous waste drop-off at 6900 Hahl Road, Houston, TX 77040 (enter at Hahl Road at 290 and Gessner), for Harris County residents who live outside the incorporated City of Houston. Not for City of Houston residents.

    Cost & rules
    • By appointment only (Tue/Wed 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; 2nd and 4th Saturdays 9 a.m.–2 p.m.); household items only.
    • No empty paint containers or dried latex paint; no more than 30 one- and five-gallon containers combined.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  3. City of Bellaire Solid Waste CollectionCity service · BellaireBellaire residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    City-run twice-weekly bagged garbage collection; heavy trash (over 50 lbs) can usually be handled on the regular limb/brush day, except items on the Non-Disposable list.

    Cost & rules
    • Only latex paint that is thoroughly dried and hardened; oil-based paint is not collected.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

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

  • Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Harris County Office of the County Engineer
    • The facility is at 6900 Hahl Road, Houston, TX 77040. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The facility is open by appointment only. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appointments are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9 a.m.–3 p.m. and 2nd and 4th Saturdays 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Harris County residents who live outside the incorporated City of Houston (who don't receive City of Houston services or pay City of Houston taxes) may use the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Waste: FAQ (opens in new tab) · Harris County Office of the County Engineer
    • There is no charge for the facility's services. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Waste: Items Accepted/Not Accepted (opens in new tab) · Harris County Office of the County Engineer
    • Paint and paint-related products (latex, oil-based, varnishes, thinners) are accepted; no empty cans or dried latex; 30-container limit for 1- and 5-gallon containers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Non-Disposable Items (opens in new tab) · City of Bellaire
    • Latex paint is collected only if thoroughly dried and hardened; oil-based paint is not collected. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bellaire residents can dispose of some household hazardous waste at the Harris County HHW Collection Facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Solid Waste Collection Tips (opens in new tab) · City of Bellaire
    • Oil-based paint is not accepted in the garbage. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Empty cardboard boxes are collected when broken down, bundled and set out with recycling on Wednesday. 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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