Free Paint

Our Household Hazardous Waste Program receives gallons and gallons of usable paint. The best way to dispose of paint is to use it up! That's why we are offering free paint on a trial basis.

• Available daily!
  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Saturday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• We close the paint giveaway during the winter months, because freezing temperatures damage paint. Closures are noted on this page.

Paint is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and colors are not guaranteed. Use this paint at your own risk; recipients must sign a waiver.

Location

Solid Waste Processing Facility and Transfer Station
16101 Frederick Rd
Derwood, MD 20855
map and directions to facility

• Enter the Transfer Station from Route 355 (Frederick Rd.) and proceed straight back into the facility.
• As you approach a small hill, stay to the right and follow the signs for RECYCLING.
• After reaching the top of the hill, you will see a large compound with a high, blue chain link fence and covered with a large roof. That is our Hazardous Waste Compound. Tell the attendant that you are there for free paint!