Answer: Almost-empty cans of latex paint (but not oil paint) can be put in the household trash. Leave the can open until the inside is dry, then place it in a plastic bag before disposal. If there is ...

An estimated 10% of all building paint goes unused in the U.S. each year — equal to more than 750 million gallons left to gather dust in storage, according to the federal Environmental Protection ...

SCRANTON, Pa. -- Like a lot of folks, you probably have some old paint cans lying around, but before your just throw them in the trash, you should find out about the right way to dispose of them.

DEAR MR. MYERS: I have several half-empty cans of paint in my garage that I want to get rid of. Can I just dump them in the trash can or is the paint considered hazardous waste that requires special ...