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Paint Disposal & Waste Removal

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Paint Disposal Services in London

Paint is classified as hazardous waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, meaning it cannot simply be placed in your household bin or poured down the drain. Any London Waste provides a fully compliant paint disposal service for homeowners, decorators and construction firms across London. Our trained teams safely collect, transport and dispose of all paint waste at licensed hazardous waste facilities, giving you complete peace of mind and full regulatory compliance.

  • Emulsion, gloss and satin paints
  • Primers, undercoats and sealers
  • Varnishes, wood stains and lacquers
  • Spray paints and aerosol cans
  • Paint thinners, white spirit and solvents
  • Industrial and anti-corrosion coatings
  • Used paint tins, brushes, rollers and trays
  • Paint-contaminated rags and sheeting
Fully Licensed Hazardous Waste Collection

Same-day and scheduled collections keep your site clean, safe and compliant. Call our office for a straightforward, no-obligation quote.

Any London Waste is one of London's largest waste removal companies, operating with our own in-house teams and a fleet of more than 50 vehicles.

  1. Contact us by phone or book online to arrange your paint disposal collection
  2. Our trained crew arrives with leak-proof containers and personal protective equipment
  3. We safely load and transport your paint waste to a licensed hazardous waste facility
  4. You receive a Waste Transfer Note confirming compliant disposal

The entire process is quick, clean and fully documented for your records, insurance requirements and building regulations.

Professional decorators, painting contractors and construction firms generate large volumes of paint waste that must be disposed of correctly. Failure to comply with hazardous waste regulations can result in substantial fines and prosecution.

We offer regular scheduled collections and on-demand pick-ups tailored to your project schedule. Whether you are redecorating a single flat or managing paint waste across a major development, our flexible service adapts to your volume and timeline.

We provide full hazardous waste consignment notes and disposal certificates, supporting your duty-of-care obligations and environmental audits.

Leftover tins of paint from a DIY project can linger in garages and sheds for years. Many London councils have limited or infrequent hazardous waste collection days, leaving homeowners unsure how to dispose of old paint safely.

Our household paint disposal service removes unwanted paint from your home at a time that suits you. We collect everything – full tins, half-empty cans, dried-out paint and all associated materials – and ensure it reaches a licensed facility for proper treatment or recycling.

No need to queue at the recycling centre or worry about leaks in the boot of your car. We handle it all for you.

At licensed processing facilities, paint waste undergoes specialist treatment. Solvents are recovered and reused, heavy metals are extracted for safe recycling, and water-based paints are processed separately from oil-based products to maximise material recovery.

Metal paint tins are recycled into new steel products, whilst residual materials are treated through high-temperature incineration with energy recovery. This responsible approach prevents hazardous chemicals from entering London's waterways and soil, protecting the environment for future generations.

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How Does It Work

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Call us to make an enquiry and receive a free, no obligation quote. Or book online!

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Tell us which day and time works best for you. We even offer same-day collections.

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Our friendly team will remove and recycle your domestic or commercial waste.

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Paint Disposal FAQ

We collect all paint types including emulsion, gloss, primer, varnish, wood stain, metal paint, anti-rust coatings, industrial paints, spray paints, and paint thinners. Our comprehensive service handles household DIY paint waste, commercial decorating materials, and industrial coating waste from construction sites, workshops, and manufacturing facilities across London.

Paint contains hazardous chemicals including heavy metals, solvents, and volatile organic compounds that can contaminate soil and groundwater. The Environmental Protection Act 1990 classifies paint as hazardous waste requiring specialist disposal. Improper disposal can harm the environment whilst creating legal liabilities for London businesses and householders.

Yes, we safely collect wet paint, dried paint, paint tins, brushes, rollers, and contaminated materials. Wet paint requires special containment whilst dried paint is handled as solid hazardous waste. Our trained teams use appropriate safety equipment and containment systems for both liquid and solid paint waste across London properties.

Yes, we offer same-day paint disposal service for urgent projects across London. Our responsive teams understand that decorating and construction projects often generate unexpected paint waste requiring immediate removal. Professional scheduling ensures sites remain clean and safe whilst maintaining project momentum.

Paint waste is processed at licensed hazardous waste facilities where solvents are recovered, metals are extracted for recycling, and remaining materials are safely treated or incinerated with energy recovery. Water-based paints undergo different treatment than oil-based paints, ensuring optimal resource recovery whilst preventing environmental contamination.

Our teams use personal protective equipment, leak-proof containers, absorbent materials, and ventilated transport vehicles. Safety protocols include proper handling procedures, spill prevention measures, and emergency response capabilities. Professional training ensures safe collection whilst protecting London properties and the environment from paint contamination.

We serve residential properties, commercial premises, construction sites, decorating contractors, manufacturing facilities, and industrial operations. Our flexible service adapts to different volumes from single paint tins to large commercial quantities whilst ensuring proper handling and documentation for all London customers.

We provide Waste Transfer Notes, hazardous waste consignment notes, and disposal certificates demonstrating legal compliance. Digital documentation supports environmental audits whilst certificates prove responsible disposal for building regulations and insurance requirements across London commercial and residential projects.

Our extensive fleet and professional teams handle large-scale paint disposal from major construction projects, commercial developments, and industrial sites. Multiple vehicle deployments, specialist containers, and coordinated logistics ensure efficient clearance without project delays across London's largest construction operations.

Professional paint disposal ensures legal compliance with Environmental Protection Act requirements, prevents environmental contamination, provides proper documentation, and offers convenient collection services. Our expertise, licensing, and comprehensive insurance protect London customers whilst supporting responsible waste management practices.
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