Paint and household hazardous waste · Charlotte, NC
Mecklenburg County - Compost Central (HHW / Paint)
140 Valleydale Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214
Free
Mon-Sat 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
How we checked
Details confirmed against published sources on May 12, 2026.
That was 3 months ago. Call ahead; hours and fees move.
Before you go
Mecklenburg County residents only. Blue sticker required.
What they take
Paint
- Latex paint
- Oil-based paint
- Paint thinners
- Stains
- Varnishes
- Primer
- Spray paint
Household hazardous waste
- Household cleaners
- Pesticides
- Automotive fluids
- Fluorescent bulbs
- Propane tanks
- Chemicals
Notes
Since NC has no PaintCare program, county HHW centers are the primary paint disposal option. Accepts all paint types plus household chemicals.