Disposal options
- Empty metal paint cans (no lids) can be disposed of at the Essex, Milton, South Burlington and Williston Drop-Off Centers as scrap metal. Dried residue on the inside of the can is acceptable.
- Empty plastic paint cans are NOT accepted and should be disposed of as trash.
- Paint cans containing leftover paint can be recycled at the CSWD Environmental Depot by appointment only. Learn more about CSWD’s Local Color Paint.
Cost
- No fee for scrap metal
Limitations, regulations and other specifications
- Empty paint cans DO NOT belong in your blue-bin.
- If the can contains leftover paint, please recycle at the CSWD Environmental Depot by appointment only.