Paint disposal
Paint cans should not to be disposed of in the dumpsters. We have checked the City of Chicago Web site for alternatives and got the following information. As you can see the City will not pickup latex paint (only oil-based & paint thinners).
Acceptable Waste
Oil-based paints Paint thinners Herbicides Insecticides Pesticides Old Gasoline Pool Chemicals Cleaning Products
Household Batteries
Used motor oil
Drain cleaners
Lawn chemicals
Solvents
Antifreeze
Hobby chemicals
Aerosol paints and pesticides
Unacceptable Waste
Agricultural wastes Business/commercial sector wastes Explosives Fireworks Lead Acid Batteries Medical Wastes
