1. Where can I recycle Styrofoam?
Expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) can be recycled at two locations in Franklin County.
SWACO’s Recycling Convenience Center and the City of Hilliard’s Drop Off both accept these materials for free from residents.
2. Where can I take cans of deck stain?
Household hazardous waste (HHW) includes spray paint, stains, oil-based paints, and thinners due to their high levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and poisonous hydrocarbons.
Improper disposal of these items can lead to air pollution and serious health issues. It is crucial to avoid disposing of hazardous waste in household trash to protect the environment and human health.
Deck stain and other oil-based paints can be brought to SWACO’s Recycling Convenience Center or SWACO's Household Hazardous Waste Facility for disposal.
These items can be brought to one of these upcoming HHW mobile collection events:
*Special note about paint: Latex-based paints are not hazardous and can be dried out and safely disposed of with your home's trash.
3. Does it cost to drop off empty helium or other tanks at SWACO?
It is free to drop off helium or other tanks like oxygen and propane tanks at SWACO’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility.
4. Can I put power tool batteries in curbside recycling?
SWACO’s Recycling Convenience Center and Household Hazardous Waste facilities accept all types of batteries.
Power tool batteries and other lithium batteries should never be placed in your curbside recycling container. Improper disposal of batteries can lead to fires.
5. Can I recycle an old TV?
If your television is in good working order, please consider donating your item. Click here to find a donation center.
SWACO’s Recycling Convenience Center accepts many styles of TVs, including CRTs or ‘tube’ televisions; however, recycling fees apply due to the materials they contain.
Want to recycle more?
Learn what items are recyclable and find answers to disposal questions when you use the Reuse & Recycling Search Tool.
