Paint Recycling in Seabrook, TX

Paint isn't accepted with bulk trash; Seabrook directs residents to the Harris County HHW facility (free, by appointment).

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

2 ways to get rid of a paint in Seabrook

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · SeabrookNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $70.00
How it works
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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Harris County Household Hazardous Waste FacilityCounty service · Harris CountySeabrook 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.
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Places that don’t take paint (1)

Seabrook Bulk Collection (WM) · Seabrook

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 (17)

Where this information comes from

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.
Residential Garbage Service (opens in new tab) · City of Seabrook
- Bulk is collected every other week with a limit of two items. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Batteries, paint and tires are not acceptable bulk waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Seabrook tells residents to make an appointment at the Harris County HHW Collection Facility, 6900 Hahl Road. 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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