Paint Recycling in Houston, TX

Latex and oil-based paint (up to 25 gallons) goes to the Environmental Service Centers. The Westpark, Clear Lake/Ellington and Kingwood recycling centers take latex paint only. Paint is not accepted in heavy trash or at the Residential Drop-Off Centers.

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

6 ways to get rid of a paint in Houston

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All 6 Drop-off 5 Services & pickup 1

CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · HoustonNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $70.00
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Environmental Service Center – SouthDrop-off · 11500 S. Post Oak Rd., HoustonHouston residentsCost not listed
Where
11500 S. Post Oak Rd.
Houston, TX 77035
Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost & rules
Paint
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Limit: Up to 25 gallons of latex and oil-based paint.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Environmental Service Center – NorthDrop-off · 5614 Neches St., HoustonHouston residentsCost not listed
Where
5614 Neches St.
Houston, TX 77026
Hours
Second Thursday of each month, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost & rules
Paint
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Limit: Up to 25 gallons of latex and oil-based paint.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Westpark Consumer Recycling CenterDrop-off · 5900 Westpark, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyCost not listed
Where
5900 Westpark
Houston, TX 77057
Hours
Tuesday–Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost & rules
Paint
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Latex paint only; oil-based paint is not accepted.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Clear Lake/Ellington Airport Recycling CenterDrop-off · 246 Loop Rd., HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyCost not listed
Where
246 Loop Rd.
Houston, TX 77034
Hours
Daily 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Cost & rules
Paint
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Latex paint only; oil-based paint is not accepted.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Kingwood Recycling CenterDrop-off · 3210 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyCost not listed
Where
3210 W. Lake Houston Pkwy
Houston, TX 77339
Hours
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Cost & rules
Paint
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Latex paint only; oil-based paint is not accepted.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take paint (7)

North Residential Drop-Off Center (9003 N Main) · 9003 N Main, Houston
Northwest Residential Drop-Off Center (14400 Sommermeyer) · 14400 Sommermeyer, Houston
Northeast Residential Drop-Off Center (5565 Kirkpatrick) · 5565 Kirkpatrick, Houston
Southeast Residential Drop-Off Center (2240 Central Street) · 2240 Central Street, Houston
South Residential Drop-Off Center (5100 Sunbeam) · 5100 Sunbeam, Houston
Southwest Residential Drop-Off Center (10785 SW Freeway) · 10785 SW Freeway, Houston
City of Houston Heavy Trash Collection (Bulk & Tree Waste) · Houston

Before you go

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

More about paint

Texas rules

TCEQ lists oil-based paints and some anti-mildew latex paints as household hazardous waste. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
TCEQ suggests passing usable leftover paint to friends, relatives or neighbors. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)

More Texas rules (6)

TCEQ says a paint can less than a quarter full can be opened and left to dry, then thrown in the trash. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (19)

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Heavy Trash Collection (Bulk & Tree Waste) (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- Service is limited to occupied residential units receiving City of Houston services. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Household hazardous waste and electronic scrap must not be set out for heavy trash; they go to an Environmental Service Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
Residential Drop-Off Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- Bulk or tree waste drop-off requires a current Texas-issued ID and a current City of Houston utility bill or lease with matching addresses. Checked October 26, 2026.
Residential Drop-Off Centers: rules and accepted materials (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- Residents may use the drop-off centers up to four times per month. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TVs, paint and chemicals are not accepted at the drop-off centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
Environmental Service Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- Latex and oil-based paints are accepted, up to 25 gallons. Checked October 26, 2026 (automated check).
- For recycling only, a current Texas-issued ID is sufficient. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The ESCs serve Houston residents for household hazardous waste and select recyclables. Checked October 26, 2026.
Recycling Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- Batteries, oil, latex paint and antifreeze are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Household hazardous waste, chemicals and oil-based paint are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents may use the centers four times per month. 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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