What we take
Latex paint
In the past, the recommended way to dispose of latex paint was to dry it out (often chemically) and then send cans to the landfill. This left us wanting more as it took time, landfill space, and often came with an added charge from our local trash company.
A better way now exists! Latex paint can now be recycled. Cans you no longer need can be combined with other paint before it gets turned into a new type. Better still, any metal or plastic in the cans is recycled as well!
What we do with it
When you give your latex paint to Ridwell, it is used to create new paint! Reformatted latex paint is often sold to groups that support low-income homeowners and organizations like Habitat for Humanity. Plus, the metal and plastic paint cans can be recycled!
About our partners
How we keep your Latex paint out of landfills.
We partner directly with innovators who transform hard-to-recycle materials into new products—so you can see exactly where your items go and what they become.
Featured Partner
MetroPaint
For over 20 years MetroPaint has been a resource in the Portland Metro area for safe and responsible recycling of latex paint. MetroPaint is previously unwanted paint remade new! It is screened for quality and blended into desirable colors that are great for new projects. MetroPaint supports efforts that have remade millions of gallons of latex paint, keeping these reusable resources out of landfills.
Featured Partner
GreenSheen
We’re partnering with GreenSheen to recycle your latex paint. GreenSheen combines the latex paint they collect, re-tints it, and then distributes it to nonprofits like Habitat for Humanity. Even better, they recycle the cans that paint comes in to reduce waste further!
