You can also recycle your paint. Some communities collect paint for recycling. Recycling can give paint a second chance to be used. You should also think about buying recycled paint to help increase the demand for recycled paint. The next time you need paint, ask your paint dealer about it.
Recycled paint can be just as good as new.
Most people should be able to save, use up, donate, exchange or recycle leftover paint. However, if as a last resort, you need to dispose of your leftover paint, make sure you do it properly. Air dry leftover latex-based paint and discard it in your trash. Make sure you do this away from children and pets. One method is to pour the latex paint onto a sheet of plastic and let it dry.