Residents looking to start home improvement projects this year can now take advantage of the Paint and Stain Reuse Depot, which is officially open for the 2026 season at the Halton Waste Management Site in Milton.
The program allows residents, including those from Burlington, to drop off usable paint and stain they no longer need or pick up different colours for their own projects at no cost. This seasonal exchange, which remains open through the fall, aims to keep usable materials out of the landfill and provide a budget-friendly option for local DIY enthusiasts.
The depot is located beside the Household Hazardous Waste Depot at 5400 Regional Road 25. While the facility accepts donations of paint and stains, officials note that they cannot guarantee which colours will be available for pickup at any given time.
The site is open for drop-offs and pickups Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additionally, the facility will offer extra hours on Sundays throughout May and June from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Residents may drop off up to 20 litres of household hazardous waste, including paint, free of charge per household each day.
For more information on what materials are accepted at the site, residents can visit the City of Burlington website.
