How to get rid of old paint in Howard County
Paint goes to the hazardous waste drop-off at the Residents’ Convenience Center, Saturdays only from April through November, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (the 2026 season’s last day is Nov. 28). A nearly empty can can be dried out with cat litter or sawdust and put in the trash.
Alpha Ridge Landfill Residents’ Convenience Center
Howard County residents with proof of residency; household trash, recycling, mattresses, electronics, scrap metal
| Monday to Saturday | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
- Hazardous waste only on Saturdays, April through November.
2350 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville, MD 21104
Rules for paint
- Fee
- Not posted. Call ahead.
- Limit
- Not posted. Call ahead.
- Residency
- Howard County residents with proof of residency; household trash, recycling, mattresses, electronics, scrap metal.
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