From NYC RECYCLES (http://www.nyc.gov/html/nycwasteless/html/wasteless/athome_tips_paint.shtml#disposal)
Paint Disposal Options
Dry out paint prior to discarding as trash. Remove lid and use kitty litter, newspaper, or other absorbent material to soak up paint (latex, or oil-based if no other options exist). Small amounts of latex paint can be air dryed. Empty metal and plastic paint cans can be recycled.
Donate, sell, swap, or give away extra paint to charitable organizations, community groups and businesses, or online through a materials exchange. Visit nyc stuff exchange for more information.
Store leftover paint for future projects: cover the opening with plastic wrap, and make sure the lid fits securely over the plastic. Then store the paint can upside down. This creates a tight seal, and keeps the paint fresh for years to come.
Bring all leftover paint and paint products to any of the upcoming NYC Department of Sanitation SAFE disposal events.
Bring leftover latex paint to any of the NYC Department of Sanitation’s household special waste drop-off sites. NYC residents can bring up to five gallons per visit. No oil-based paint accepted.
Contact a hazardous waste vendor to discard your oil-based paint. Although safe to use, oil-based paint is classified as a hazardous waste and should not be disposed of in the regular trash or poured down the drain. Improper disposal can be a threat to the environment and public health.
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