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What to do with leftover paint

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Salt Lake County Health Department says disposal of common household amounts of household hazardous waste is free for people who live in Salt Lake County. Its drop off locations accept oil and water based (latex) paint, stain and varnish. (source: Salt Lake County Health Department)

The county cannot accept empty or dried latex paint cans. Call 385-468-4380 for hours and locations before you go. (source: Salt Lake County Health Department)

The Salt Lake Valley Landfill materials list points paint and paint thinner to the Household Hazardous Waste facility. (source: Salt Lake County)

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