How to Dispose of Latex Paint in Portland, OR
Oregon Metro guidance: dried latex paint with less than about 1 inch of residue can often go in recycling or trash per Metro’s dried-paint rules. Liquid latex and all oil-based paints/chemicals belong at Metro hazardous waste facilities (Metro Central 6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, or Metro South in Oregon City — appointment/call 503-234-3000). Do not pour paint down drains or into stormwater.
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| Curbside pickup | No / special call or drop-off required |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Dried latex <1 in — recycle/trash per Metro; liquid → Metro HHW |
| Hazardous rating | Low |
| Nearest facility type | Oregon Metro HHW / dried-can rules |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-11 |
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Oil-based paint always goes to Metro HHW — not trash.
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