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How to get rid of old paint in Arlington County

Oil-based paint goes free to the Household Hazardous Materials Facility. A can of latex paint less than a quarter full can be hardened with kitty litter and put out with the trash.

Household Hazardous Materials Facility

Arlington County residents; bring ID

Hours
Monday to FridayClosed
Saturday9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Closed on the spring and fall E-CARE days and on the Saturdays nearest Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
  • Monday through Thursday by appointment only: call 703-228-5000, weekdays 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

565 31st St. S., Arlington, VA 22202

In the surface lot across from the Water Pollution Control Plant; also the county’s electronics collection center

Get directionsCall the center: 703-228-5000

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources: Arlington County: Household hazardous materials; Arlington County: Metal, appliances and electronics

Rules for paint

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Arlington County residents; bring ID.

Paint in other counties and cities

Source: Arlington County: Household hazardous materials

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