How to Safely Dispose Your Leftover Paint

As many of us agree, it’s better to have too much than not enough. When it comes to a painting project, this principle couldn’t be more apposite. However, this usually means that people end up with more paint than they need, leaving them in an inconvenient position. After all, you can’t just toss out fresh, liquid paint. Furthermore, oil-based paints are considered hazardous household waste, and require specialized steps for lawful and safe disposal.

If you have some semi-full or full cans of leftover paint that you have no room and no use for, continue reading to learn your options for safely disposing them in your town.

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Throwing Away Fresh Pain

As mentioned, oil-based paints are deemed hazardous, so they cannot be thrown away in the regular garbage. If you have leftover cans full of liquid, oil-based paint, contact your local government’s office for instructions on proper and acceptable procedures for your county. For all other types of paint, you can either let the paint harden, make the paint harden, or donate a fuller can to a resale store near you.

Let the Paint Harden

If you only have a tiny bit of paint left in the can, simply let the remainder dry by leaving it uncovered for 24 to 36 hours. Check that it is entirely dry by inserting a tooth pick or paint stirrer into the paint. If it comes out clean, the paint is dry enough. If it won’t puncture the surface, the paint is fully dry. Once the paint is entirely dry, you are safe to toss it in your own garage, but place them in a plastic bag first just to be safe from residual splatter.

Harden the Paint Yourself

If you have a little to moderate amount of liquid paint left in the can, you can implement a few strategies to expedite the hardening process. The most effective method is to use a waste paint hardener, which can be purchase online or at any local home improvement store. You just mix it in and wait for the paint to cure. You other option is to find your own solid debris and use it to thicken up the leftover paint, such as saw dust, newspaper, and similar absorbent materials.

Donate Full Paint Cans

There are several places that will accept your full cans of leftover paint. Check with local resale stores, or place a listing online for free paint. Ask your neighbors, friends, family, and coworkers to spread the word that you have free paint. Churches are another great consideration for donating leftover paint.

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How Much Will it Cost to Remodel My Basement?

Remodeling a basement is a great way to add square footage to your home without having to move to a larger house. It is also a fantastic way to increase the value of your property, and make back on your investment when it’s time to sell. Homeowners have several questions pertaining to basement remodels because it is difficult to look at an unfinished basement and assess just how much needs to be done, how much it will all cost, and where to even begin. In this article, we will address these questions and more.

Continue reading and learn the approximate values for home basement remodeling, what to expect, and tips for getting started.

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Basement Remodeling Basics

Homeowners look forward to refinishing their basements so they can convert an unused space in their home into something extraordinary. Popular choices include a “man cave”, sports room, theater room, children’s play room, extra bedrooms, a bar, entertainment area, a second living area, and much more. Really, there are endless options for basement remodels, so it is solely up to the homeowner to decide what their family’s needs are, or the needs of their home.

Even though the options are endless, no one wants to move forward with a basement remodel until they have an idea of how much it’s going to cost. In fact, the total cost of a basement refinishing job largely influences what type of space conversion a person chooses. If a family has their hearts set on a new home theater, but also wish they had a fun play room for the kids, the cheaper option may end up being the winner. When something is out of budget, there are always other options.

Common Factors that Influence the Cost of Basement Remodeling:

Size and Square-Footage
Window Requirements (i.e. egress windows, replacement, number of windows, etc.)
Door Requirements (i.e. patio doors, glass doors, number of doors, etc.)
Appliances (i.e. sinks, refrigerators, cook-tops, full kitchens, etc.)
Extent of Electrical Work 
Flooring (i.e. custom carpets, hardwood floors, laminate, dance floor, stage, etc.)
Baseboards and Trim
Painting
Water Damage/Water Leak Repair
Support Pillars

A few of these factors are decision-based by personal preference, while others are critical parts of every basement remodeling project. It is vital to have water damages and leaks repaired and under-control before any work on a basement can move forward. The rest is simply interior design and customization. This is where you might control the budget. Once the major renovations and repairs are calculated, a homeowner can determine which amenities are most important and desirable, and weed out what they can afford and what they might think about doing later on when they have more disposable income.

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