Paint Recycling in Lubbock, TX

Lubbock takes household hazardous waste, such as oil-based paint, by appointment only at the Southside Citizens Convenience Station (1631 84th Street). Call 806-775-2495.

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

3 ways to get rid of a paint in Lubbock

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · LubbockNo 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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Lubbock Habitat for Humanity ReStoreDrop-off · 3630 50th Street, LubbockConditions applyCost not listed
Where
3630 50th Street
Lubbock, TX 79413
Hours
Tuesday–Saturday 10 am–6 pm.
Cost & rules
Paint
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Unopened cans only (interior and exterior).
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Southside Citizens Convenience StationDrop-off · 1631 84th Street, LubbockLubbock residentsConditions applyCost not listed
Where
1631 84th Street
Lubbock, TX 79423
Hours
Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; closed City holidays. Household hazardous waste by appointment.
Cost & rules
Paint
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Household hazardous waste by appointment only (call 806-775-2495), City of Lubbock residents only. Oil-based paint and some anti-mildew latex paint are listed.
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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)

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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)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

Lubbock Habitat for Humanity – ReStore (opens in new tab) · Lubbock Habitat for Humanity
- The ReStore accepts unopened cans of interior and exterior paint only. Checked October 26, 2026.
Citizen Convenience Stations (opens in new tab) · City of Lubbock Solid Waste
- Only City of Lubbock utility solid waste customers hauling household items from their own residence; bring ID with a Lubbock address or a utility bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Lubbock Solid Waste
- Household hazardous waste drop-off is by appointment only, for City of Lubbock residents, at the Southside station; call 775-2495. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Household hazardous wastes listed include oil-based or some anti-mildew latex paints. 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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