How to get rid of old paint in Polk County
Take it to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility. There’s no fee. Limit: 20 gallons a year.
Household Hazardous Waste Facility
Polk County residents, free; no businesses
| Monday to Thursday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Friday | 8 a.m. to noon |
| Saturday | 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
5 Environmental Loop S., Winter Haven, FL
Rules for paint
- Fee
- Free
- Limit
- 20 gallons a year
- Residency
- Polk County residents only
- Latex paint can instead be dried out with sand, cat litter, or sawdust and put in the garbage with the lid off.
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