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The Paint Smart Program
A Dept. of Solid Waste Special Program


The Paint Smart Program allows households in the county to bring up to 10 gallons of unwanted latex and oil based paints and stains to these participating retailers free of charge to be recycled.  Participants can also get  tips on how to estimate and purchase the right amount of paint and how to store leftover paint  for future use.

Participating Retailers

Bend
Deschutes Recycling @ Knott Landfill

61050 SE 27th Street

 

Bend
Rodda Paint and Decor
63007 Layton Ave.

Redmond
Redmond Habitat ReStore
1789 SW Veterans Way, Ste. F

Sisters
Lutton's Ace Hardware
373 E. Hood Ave.

La Pine
La Pine Ace Hardware and Building Supply
51615 Huntington Rd.


Just follow these simple steps:

  • Seal the lids tightly so the cans don’t leak. (Open or  leaking containers cannot be accepted.)
  • Keep paints in their original containers and leave the labels  on.
  • Never mix oil and latex paints.
  • Bring in paint during store hours only. All paint containers must be examined by store staff.

What’s accepted:

  • Latex & oil-based paint and stains
  • Paint from households only
  • Up to 10 gallons per day per person

What’s not accepted:

  • Paint supplies such as thinners or other solvents
  • Paint from Contractors or Businesses
  • Contaminated Paint
  • Leaking Containers
  • Empty Paint Cans
  • Aerosols
  • Paint rinse water

**(Store staff have the right to reject questionable or unacceptable material.)

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