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How to get rid of old paint in Durham County

Oil-based paint goes to the City of Durham’s Household Hazardous Waste Center, free for Durham city and county residents. The city doesn’t list latex paint among what it takes.

Household Hazardous Waste Center

City of Durham and Durham County residents only, no business waste

Hours
Monday to Friday7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday7:30 a.m. to noon
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
  • Be inside the gate at least 15 minutes before closing. Bring help to unload; staff don’t unload.

2115 East Club Blvd, Durham, NC

Get directionsCall the county office: Durham County Solid Waste Management Division, 919-560-0433

This center has no phone of its own, so this calls Durham County Solid Waste Management Division at 919-560-0433.

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Source: City of Durham: Disposal and drop-off facilities

Rules for paint

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
City of Durham and Durham County residents only, no business waste.

Paint in other counties

Source: City of Durham: Disposal and drop-off facilities

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