Maine guide

How to get rid of paint in Maine

Maine participates in PaintCare. Architectural paint drop-off is widely available at participating sites.

Facts checked against official state and town sources on 2026-11-05.

Statewide context

PaintCare Maine accepts leftover architectural paint within program limits. Oil-based chemicals outside the paint program still need HHW collections. Use the PaintCare site locator for retailers and municipal points.

Source: PaintCare Maine.

Town pages on TownDumps

Falmouth - Limited; PaintCare paint free; oil/gas/antifreeze free.
Sanford - Not accepted; paint via Sherwin Williams per sheet.
Topsham - Biannual HHW days; PaintCare on site.
Wells - Latex paint: $1 per can
Yarmouth - Annual HHW day with Fall Disposal Week; PaintCare year-round.

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