GLENS FALLS, NY -- Residents around the region will be able to safely dispose of unwanted paint and stains at no charge during a collection event to be held Saturday, October 12 at East Field in Glens Falls. The City of Glens Falls and Warren County Department of Public Works are co-organizing this event.
GreenSheen Paint of Rotterdam will oversee this eco-friendly collection, during which unused paints and urethanes are accepted to be recycled into new paint. GreenSheen Paint has diverted over 50 million pounds of paint from landfills through their nationwide network of retailers and recycling facilities.
Residents will be able to drop their materials at 175 Dix Avenue, Glens Falls between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on October 12.
Those who would like to attend can register through this link.
Materials that will be accepted include:
* Oil-based and Latex-based Paints
* Acrylic Paint
* Varnishes, Shellacs and Lacquers
* Urethanes
* Primers
* Clear Coatings
Organizers will not accept spray paint, paint thinner or other household hazardous waste products.
Attendees will stay in their cars when they enter the event. Event staff will direct you to drop-off lanes where we will unload items. Those with questions can email events@greensheenpaint.com.
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