Paint Disposal · Charlotte, NC

Mecklenburg County - Compost Central (HHW / Paint)

Free Walk-in OK

Mecklenburg County - Compost Central (HHW / Paint) is a municipal hazardous-waste program in Charlotte. They accept paint products such as latex paint, oil-based paint, and paint thinners. Cost: Free. Hours: Mon-Sat 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Walk-ins are welcome. Since NC has no PaintCare program, county HHW centers are the primary paint disposal option. Accepts all paint types plus household chemicals. Restrictions: Mecklenburg County residents only. Blue sticker required. Quantity limits: Residential quantities.

Contact

Address
140 Valleydale Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214 Directions ↗
Phone
(704) 432-0400
Website
wipeoutwaste.mecknc.gov/services/household-hazardous-waste-disposal ↗
Hours
Mon-Sat 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost
Free
Serves
Residential

Accepted items

Paint

  • Latex paint
  • Oil-based paint
  • Paint thinners
  • Stains
  • Varnishes
  • Primer
  • Spray paint

Notes

Since NC has no PaintCare program, county HHW centers are the primary paint disposal option. Accepts all paint types plus household chemicals.

Restrictions

Mecklenburg County residents only. Blue sticker required.

Quantity limits

Residential quantities

Updated · 2026-05-12