Removing old paint can pose big hazards if not done right. Consumer Reports News: June 11, 2007 02:57 PM.

Before tossing out those old spray paint cans, consider giving them a second life with this clever idea. Many people overlook the hidden potential of used cans, but with a simple modification ...

So how can you tell when it’s time to throw out the old paint and pick up a new can? Here are a few signs that tell you when your paint is past its prime. By the numbers .

If you look in almost any homeowner’s garage, you’ll probably find a half-empty paint can or two. We know we can’t pour the leftover paint down the drain — which would contaminate the ...

QHow can one remove 20-year-old Sears Weatherbeater latex paint spatter from exterior brick, and Dutch Boy ceiling latex paint spatter from interior bricks? Bowie ARegardless of the brand, old ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Experts say the average American household has 60 pounds worth of old paint cans taking up space in the basement or the garage. Even worse, ...

For oil-based paint disposal options, call the New Orleans Department of Sanitation at 504.648.2299, the Jefferson Parish Department of Environmental Affairs at 504.731.4612, or visit www.hhmcd ...