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Types of paint
Paint is a common product that can become a household hazardous waste if not used up. Here, we refer to paint as a wide range of coating materials that can be divided into two typesoil-based and water-based. Oil-based paints include enamels, varnishes, shellacs, lacquers, stains and sealers. Water-based paints are latex paints. Read the cleanup instructions on the label to determine if what you have is oil-based or latex. If water can be used for cleanup, you have a latex paint. If solvents like paint thinner or mineral spirits must be used for cleanup, your paint is oil-based.
For more information on the disposal of household hazardous wastes, contact the Larimer County Department of Solid Waste at (970) 498-5760.