How to get rid of old paint in Cecil County

Usable latex paint is taken free at the Central Landfill. Dry out unusable latex paint with sand, sawdust, or kitty litter and put it in the trash. Oil-based paint goes to the county’s hazardous waste day at the Central Landfill (the next is posted for Sunday, April 25, 2027).

Central Landfill

County residents with a Maryland driver’s license, and commercial haulers; everything the county takes

Hours
Monday to Saturday	7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sunday	Closed

Hours are in Eastern time.

758 E. Old Philadelphia Road, Elkton, MD 21921

Get directions Call the center

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 26, 2026.

Sources: Cecil County: Solid Waste Management Division; Cecil County: Program Availability for Drop-Off; Cecil County: Recycling Programs

Rules for paint

Fee: Free
Limit: Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency: Not posted. Call ahead.

Paint in other counties and cities

Sources: Cecil County: Paint Recycling and Disposal; Cecil County: Program Availability for Drop-Off; Cecil County: Solid Waste Fee Schedule

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