Recycling in Chicago: Paint

The City of Chicago’s Household Chemical & Computer Recycling Facility at 1150 N. Branch St. accepts oil-based paint. However, it no longer accepts latex paint because of its high disposal cost and low environmental impact. 7 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, 2-7 p.m. Thursdays and 8 a.m.-3p.m. first Saturday of the month cityofchicago.org

Regarding latex paint, both the City website and that of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency advise mixing kitty litter, sawdust or shredded paper into the can to absorb the remaining paint, then pouring it into a bag and throwing it away when dry.

GotPaintPICKUP.com service to both homeowners and condo buildings with 9 a.m.-4 p.m. pickup on prearranged day. Rates are $2 for a one-quart can, $5 for a one-gallon can and $20 for a five-gallon bucket.

Solid Waste Agency of Lake County accepts oil-based, but not latex, paint by appointment only on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. 1311 N. Estes St., Gurnee; 847.336.9340; swalco.org