Paint Recycling
Discover expert paint disposal and recycling services tailored to your business in the North West.
At Fresh Start, we make paint disposal easy, with a range of solutions to suit your business.
We can collect old paint, paint tins and plastic paint buckets from your premises. For sectors such as construction, industrial and events, managing leftover paint is not only a logistical challenge, but also an environmental concern.
As a reliable waste partner to companies all over the North West, we can ensure that paint disposal practices meet safety and environmental regulations.
We charge fair prices for all of our waste services and put recycling at the heart of our operations for the honest, reliable and sustainable disposal of paint.
From one-off projects to an ongoing partnership, talk to Fresh Start about your paint recycling needs now.
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We offer full scale solutions for all types of industry waste, including effective paint disposal and recycling services.
As a carbon-conscious company, the environment is at the core of everything we do. Being a widely trusted construction waste collector, we understand our responsibility to both our customers and the community to minimise our carbon footprint. That’s why we provide win-win solutions by encouraging customers to segregate waste at the source, rewarding these efforts with reduced waste disposal costs.
Get in touch to find out how we can make recycling paint and paint tins easy and convenient.
Why You Need Safe Paint Disposal
Proper paint disposal is crucial for protecting our environment and our own health. Many paints contain harmful chemicals or heavy metals, including oil-based, latex, and solvent-based paints. If safe paint disposal practices are not followed, it can lead to environmental contamination and pose risks to human health.
Improper disposal of hazardous waste, including leftover paint, is illegal. Businesses must comply with local laws that require a hazardous waste consignment note for disposal.
Finally, when you use a licensed carrier for old paint and old paint tin disposal, you reduce the impact on landfill sites and prevent unnecessary landfill waste.
What Types of Paint Can You Collect?
At Fresh Start, we ensure responsible disposal and recycling for a variety of paint types. Below is a list of paints we collect:
- Water-based
- Oil-based
- Latex
- Gloss
- Solvent-based
- Undercoats and primers
- Varnishes
- Floor paint
- Unused or excess paint
- Paint tins and paint pots
Ellerbrook House
Fresh Start Waste Services partnered with Penny Lane Builders to provide comprehensive waste management solutions tailored to their specific needs. We supplied a range of skips to various construction sites across Liverpool, ensuring efficient waste handling and recycling. “Their reliability and flexibility are outstanding. They consistently perform.”
Penny Lane Builders
Fresh Start Waste Services partnered with Penny Lane Builders to provide comprehensive waste management solutions tailored to their specific needs. We supplied a range of skips to various construction sites across Liverpool, ensuring efficient waste handling and recycling. “Their reliability and flexibility are outstanding. They consistently perform.”
J Greenwood Builders (JGBL)
J Greenwood Builders, a leading construction company in the Northwest, has established a reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects. “Their reliability and flexibility are outstanding. They consistently perform.”
Why Choose Fresh Start for Paint Recycling?
- Experience – We’ve been collecting commercial waste since 2005 and understand the complexities of safe paint disposal
- Compliance – We support you to stay compliant with all UK waste collection and recycling regulations, including providing a hazardous waste consignment note for your records
- Conscience – The environment is our priority, and we recycle old paint tins to minimise the impact on our planet
- Cost-effective – State-of-the-art technology means we charge for the volumes of waste we collect and are transparent about our prices
- Reliable – Our friendly and local teams are committed to providing an efficient service with a 99% attendance rate
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How Do We Recycle Paint and Paint Tins?
Once you contact us about your old paint disposal, we’ll provide an initial quote for your exact needs.
From there, we arrange a convenient collection where we’ll pick up paint and old paint tins from your premises.
We separate paint according to type, and then arrange for leftover paint to be filtered and treated.
Old paint tins are cleaned to remove any paint residue, then crushed and sent to metal processors for recycling.
Recycled paint is repackaged and can go on to be new paint. Plastic and metal paint tins can be turned into new tins or other items.
Any hazardous or unusable materials are disposed of responsibly.
What Do We Do With Recycled Paint and Paint Tins?
At Fresh Start, we believe in turning waste into opportunity, and do our best to recycle 100% of the waste we collect. Here’s what happens when you recycle old paint and old paint tins with us.
Paint Recycling
- Reprocessed Paint – Leftover paint can be mixed and filtered, with additives and colourants added as necessary. It can then be resold as reprocessed paint, which is often used for projects where high-end finishes aren’t required.
- Raw materials – Pigments and binders can be extracted and used in new paint products.
- Alternative uses – Some recycled paint is used on graffiti removal, as primer coats, or even turned into materials used for cement
Paint Tins Recycling
- Metal recovery – Recycled paint tins are primarily made of metal, which can be melted down and repurposed into new metal products.
- Upcycling – Fresh Start encourages businesses and local schemes to use old paint pots and tins for creative uses, such as flower pots or art projects.
Green Compass PAS 402 Approved Supplier
Fresh Start is proud to have achieved the Green Compass PAS 402 Certification. This accolade is awarded to those waste management organisations who work within the parameters of international quality standards to deliver elite best practice across their operations. Achieving Green Compass PAS 402 aligns perfectly with Fresh Start’s mission of being a trusted, compliant, sustainable, and loved waste services provider, demonstrating that we are:
- Transparent about the amount and type of waste collected, treated, and diverted from landfill
- Compliant with all current waste regulations and policies
- Committed to sustainability, with stringent recycling or recovery processes, and diverting waste from landfill
- Responsible, with a proven reputation of building trust with environmentally conscious customers
- Efficient in our operations and our audit process, offering valuable insights into customer’s waste streams
- Accountable for our actions and aligned with best practices in waste handling and reporting
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PAINT DISPOSAL FAQs
How Do I Prepare Paint for Disposal?
To prepare paint for disposal, start by checking if the paint is oil-based or water-based, as disposal methods differ. For small amounts of leftover paint, mix it with sawdust or paint hardener until it’s solidified. Once hardened, it is safe to dispose of in a waste recycling centre.
For large quantities, Fresh Start can support you with safe and efficient paint recycling, and on-off or regular collections. Always ensure that paints are sealed in their original paint cans to avoid spills during transportation.
Is Paint Hazardous Waste?
Not all paints are considered hazardous waste, but many, including oil-based paints, contain heavy metals and other chemicals that could be harmful to human health and contribute to environmental contamination.
Solvent-based paints are classified as hazardous and must be managed carefully. Water-based paints are less hazardous, but still require proper disposal. It’s crucial to use a hazardous waste consignment note when disposing of paints from commercial sources to comply with regulations.
Can Empty Paint Tins Go In the General Waste Bin?
Empty paint tins are often made of metal and shouldn’t be put into the general waste bin. If your paint tins are completely free of liquid paint and residue, which you ensure by cleaning and scraping them, they can typically be recycled as metal. By recycling, you prevent environmental contamination and contribute to sustainability efforts and environmental targets.
What Happens to Recycled Paint?
Once collected, recycled paint can go on to be a number of other things. Leftover paint often goes through a process of mixing and filtering to become reprocessed paint, which is ideal for projects that don’t require a flawless finish. Some paints are broken down into their raw materials, such as pigments, and are then reused to create entirely new products. Recycled paint can also be used for more unusual purposes, such as graffiti remover or primer.