PAINT AND MOTOR OIL RECYCLING: MAY THROUGH OCTOBER

The City of Boston Surplus Paint and Used Motor Oil Recycling Drop-off Centers are through October. Boston residents can recycle used motor oil and paint. Paint can be exterior or interior, latex or oil-based. Stain, varnish, polyurethane and paint thinner are also acceptable. All items must be in original containers and labels must be legible. Containers must be closed and not leaking. Do not mix paints. Frozen and evaporated paint will not be accepted. Unacceptable materials include wood preservatives, oxidizers, corrosives, aerosol cans, creosote, pesticides, and transmission brake and steering wheel fluids. These items can be dropped off at Hazardous Waste days only. Free paint: There is a selection of paints, stains, varnishes, etc., which are in good condition. These are free to the public. Drop-off Centers schedule for May through October: Fourth Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at East Boston Public Works Yard, 320 East Eagle St.