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\"Eight\r\n
Paint Colors (top, left to right): Platinum PPU26-11<\/a>, Swiss Coffee 12<\/a>, Adirondack Blue N480-3<\/a>, Jojoba N390-3 <\/a>\u00a0
Paint Colors (bottom, left to right): Nano White HDC-MD-06<\/a>, Creamy Mushroom PPU5-13<\/a>, Dolphin Fin 790C-3<\/a>, Cracked Pepper PPU18-01<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You\u2019ve put a bow on your latest paint project, and it turned out great. A color you love is now on the walls and the only thing left to do is stand back and admire your work. As you\u2019re cleaning up, you notice a little unused paint left in the bottom of the can.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Knowing paint is hazardous to pour down the drain, what are the options to dispose of it? Here are a few guilt-free ideas:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

ONE<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You want to keep your new wall color as pristine as the day you rolled it! However, life happens, and smudges can appear. Save some paint in an air-tight container for touch-ups later.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"A\r\n
\u00a0Wall: Creamy Mushroom PPU5-13<\/a>, Trim: Swiss Coffee 12<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
\"A\r\n
Floor: Jojoba N390-3<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

TWO<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Left over paint is perfect for transformations. Below are some thought-starters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Upcycle an old piece of furniture \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Four\r\n
Chairs (left to right): Adirondack Blue N480-5<\/a>, Dolphin Fin 790C-03<\/a>, Cracked Pepper PPU18-01<\/a>, Jojoba N390-3 <\/a>\u00a0<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
\"An\r\n
Chairs: Adirondack Blue N480-5<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Add a pop of color to brighten up the room<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"A\r\n
Wall: Painter’s White PPU18-08<\/a>, Trim: Ultra Pure White<\/a>\u00ae, Accent: Charismatic PPU6-14<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"A\r\n
Top Wall: White Lavender M550-1<\/a>, Bottom Wall: King’s Court P560-7<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Turn something basic into something decorative<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"A\r\n
Wall: Cracked Pepper PPU18-01<\/a>, Top of Step Stool: Nano White HDC-MD-06<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
\"A\r\n
Wall: Doeskin Gray N200-2<\/a>, Trim: Polar Bear 75<\/a>, Door: Seaside Villa S190-1<\/a>, Dashes: Cracked Pepper PPU18-01<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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THREE<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Before throwing it out, dry it out. A small amount of paint in the bucket will dry in the sun. For larger amounts, mix with equal parts kitty litter or some newspaper and let it dry solid. This only works for latex paint. Oil-based products need to go to the recycling center.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"Two\r\n
Wall: Platinum PPU26-11<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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FOUR<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

For larger amounts of paint that won\u2019t be used, paint can be donated to companies like Habitat for Humanity. Schools and shelters often take paint as well.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"A\r\n
Fence:\u00a0 Swiss Coffee 12\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/a>\u00a0<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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FIVE<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Most neighborhoods have recycling centers that take left over paint. Here is a link to find the closest in your area https:\/\/earth911.com\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\"A<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

On to the next project!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Colorfully yours,<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Erika<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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