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How to get rid of old paint in Augusta County

Dry latex paint out with kitty litter or dirt and put it in the trash. Oil-based paint and stains aren’t taken at the landfill; they go to the household hazardous waste day each fall.

Augusta Regional Landfill

Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro; free for residents except tires and Freon appliances

Hours
Monday to Saturday8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Open Presidents Day, Good Friday, Veterans Day, and the days after Thanksgiving and Christmas.
  • To use the active landfill, arrive before 3:30 p.m.; dead animals before 2 p.m.

749 Christians Creek Rd, Staunton, VA 24401

Get directionsCall the center: 540-337-2857

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

Sources: Augusta Regional Landfill: Hours and holidays; Augusta Regional Landfill: Fees; Augusta County: Solid waste and recycling locations

Rules for paint

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro; free for residents except tires and Freon appliances.

Paint in other counties and cities

Source: Augusta Regional Landfill: Disposal guide

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