Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity is partnering with GreenSheen Paint to host a Great Paint Recycle Drive on Saturday, Aug 12. The event will be held at Sand Creek High School from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Reservations are suggested to ensure smooth drop-offs.
At the drive, anyone will be able to recycle their unused, unwanted or leftover paint for free. Donations for Pikes Peak Habitat will be accepted.
Paint has to be in original, labeled containers. Sample sizes and one- to five-gallon containers are all accepted.
Recyclable materials include:
- oil-based
- acrylic
- latex
- stain
- shellac
- lacquer
- sealer
- varnish
- urethanes
Materials that will not be accepted include:
- spray paint
- paint thinners
- solvents
- cleaning agents
- adhesives
- roof patch materials
- drywall mud
- driveway sealer
- automotive paints
- other hazardous materials
Paint donations are recycled into GreenSheen's eco-friendly latex paints.
Anyone who brings in paint will receive a donation slip with a coupon for the PikePeak ReStores.
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