Items Accepted (Collection of materials is single-stream, no separation necessary.)
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*This includes items such as shampoo bottles, laundry detergent bottles, milk jugs, water bottles, and soft drink bottles. NO wide mouth jars, NO margarine tubs, and NO other plastic containers. Do not bag items - plastic bags of any kind are unacceptable.
Look For Alternatives
We strongly encourage the reuse of paint by donating it to those that can use it. This keeps paint out of our landfills and is the most earth friendly disposal option. Other alternatives include the following:
**There may be a fee for this service.
Paint must be solidified prior to being placed in the trash. Once paint is completely dry, the can should be placed in the trash with the lid removed.
When drying paint be sure to work in a well ventilated area away from children and pets. Adding kitty litter or other absorbent material to the can will speed up drying in any of the following scenarios.
For Small Quantities (less than one gallon)
For Large Quantities (more than one gallon)
Commercial Recyclers
We try to keep this information updated. However, it is always a good idea to first call the establishment in which you would like to take your items, as their policy often changes.
Special Collection Events
The RPHF Solid Waste District hosts annual electronics collection events.
Leave These Out of Your Recycling Bin
It's important to recycle correctly. Some items don't belong in the recycling bins. Unacceptable items include but are not limited to:
- Plastic bags (exception: shredded paper should be placed in a clear plastic bag)
- "Clam shell" containers (example: take out containers or berry containers
- Yogurt cups
- Disposable utensils, plates, bowls, napkins and cups
- Styrofoam
- Ceramic items
- Light bulbs
- Propane tanks
- String lights
- Aluminum Foil or disposable aluminum baking ware
- Wide mouth plastic containers
- Electronics
- Tires
- Clothing & household goods
- Construction materials
- Ropes & hoses
- Hard plastics (example: coat hangers or kids toys)
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal
Contact the RPHF Solid Waste District Main Office to receive a disposal voucher.
Environmental Enterprises located in Columbus is a household hazardous waste disposal center open to the public. This is a safe option to properly dispose of household hazardous waste. Call ahead to ensure available times, locations, and costs for drop off!
TIP: Latex and water-based paints are water soluble and are not considered hazardous. Paint hardeners, cat litter or sawdust may be added to left over latex paint in order to solidify the unused product. The lid may also be left off to speed up the drying process. Once dried it may be disposed of with your regular trash.
DISCLAIMER: The RPHF Solid Waste District is not affiliated with Environmental Enterprises. Please contact EEI, Inc. to inquire about associated disposal costs of hazardous materials and policies in place at the facility.
- Click here for a list of HHW acceptable (and unacceptable) items.
- Click here for information on proper disposal of smoke detectors.
Materials may be taken to:
Environmental Enterprises (EEI)
645 East 8th Avenue
Columbus, OH
Phone: 614 294-1300
Other Household Hazardous Waste Resources
The best way to dispose of any household hazardous product is with a company designated to handle hazardous waste products. As always, try to use all of your products if possible. Other household hazardous waste companies that you may contact who accept household products are:
Environmental Enterprises, Inc.
4650 Spring Grove Avenue
Cincinnati, OH
(800) 850-3587
Clean Harbors
4879 Spring Grove Avenue
Cincinnati, OH
(800) 805-4582
Less Toxic Alternative Cleaning Products
Courtesy of Dover NH Community Services
For This: | Try This: | |||||
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Air Freshener | Simmer cinnamon and cloves; leave opened box of baking soda in room; or set out a dish of vinegar | |||||
Aluminum Spot Remover | 2 tablespoons cream of tartar + 1 quart hot water | |||||
Ants | Red chili powder or cream of tartar at point of entry | |||||
Bleach | Borax | |||||
Brass Polish | Worcestershire sauce | |||||
Car Battery Corrosion | Baking soda + water | |||||
Chrome Polish | Apple cider vinegar; then polish with baby oil | |||||
Cleaners (General Household) | Mix 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/3 cup vinegar, 1/4 cup baking soda in one gallon of warm water | |||||
Coffee Cup Stain Remover | Moist salt | |||||
Coffee Pot Stain | Vinegar | |||||
Copper Cleaner | Lemon juice + salt | |||||
Decal Remover | Soak in white vinegar | |||||
Dish Detergent (Grease Cutter) | 1/2 cup baking soda + usual amount of liquid detergent | |||||
Drain Cleaner | Plunger followed by 1/2 cup baking soda + 1/2 cup of vinegar + 2 quarts boiling water | |||||
Fertilizer | Compost and vermicompost | |||||
Fiberglass Stain Remover | Baking soda paste | |||||
Flea and Tick Repellent | Scatter pine needles, fennel, rye or rosemary on pet's bed | |||||
Fleas (On Pets) | Feed pet brewer's yeast, vitamin B or garlic tablets | |||||
Flies (Insects) | Well watered pot of basil | |||||
Floor Cleaner | 1 cup vinegar + 2 gallons water | |||||
Furniture Polish | 2 parts vegetable oil and 1 part lemon juice - Apply, rub in, wipe clean | |||||
Garbage Disposal Deodorizers | Use citrus rind or ice cubes | |||||
Grease Fire | Douse with baking soda | |||||
Grease Removal | Borax on damp cloth | |||||
Hand Cleaner for Paint/Grease | Baby oil | |||||
Ink Spot Remover | Cold water + 1 tablespoon cream of tartar + 1 tablespoon lemon juice | |||||
Insects on Plants | Soapy water on leaves, then rinse | |||||
Laundry Detergent | Basic soap | |||||
Laundry Pre-Soak | Make paste of washing soda and water; apply to spots | |||||
Linoleum Floor Cleaner | 1 cup white vinegar + 2 gallons water | |||||
Mildew Remover | Equal parts of vinegar and salt | |||||
Mosquito Repellent | Burn citronella candles | |||||
Moth Repellent | Cedar chips or dried lavendar enclosed in cotton sachets | |||||
Multi-Purpose Cleaner | Mix 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/3 cup vinegar, 1/4 cup baking soda in 1 gallon of warm water | |||||
Nematode (Parasitic Worm) Repellent | Plant marigolds | |||||
Oil Stain Remover | White chalk rubbed into stain before laundering | |||||
Oven Cleaner | 2 tablespoons liquid soap + 2 teaspoons borax + warm water | |||||
Paint (oil-based/stain/spray) | Water-based, non-aerosol paints | |||||
Paint Brush Softener | Hot vinegar | |||||
Perspiration Spot Remover | Baking soda | |||||
Pet Oder Remover | Cider vinegar | |||||
Porcelain Cleaner | Make paste from baking soda and water; let set, rub clean and rinse | |||||
Refrigerator Deodorizer | Open box baking soda | |||||
Roach Repellent | Chopped bay leaves and cucumber skins | |||||
Rug/Carpet Cleaner | Club soda | |||||
Rust Removal (Clothing) | Lemon juice + salt + sunlight | |||||
Rusty Bolt/Nut Removal | Carbonated beverage | |||||
Scorch Mark Removal | Grated onion | |||||
Scouring Powder | Baking Soda | |||||
Shaving Cream | Brush and shaving soap | |||||
Silver Polish | 1 quart warm water + 1 tablespoon baking soda + piece of aluminum foil + 1 tablespoon salt | |||||
Slug and Snail Repellent | Onion and marigold plants | |||||
Spot Remover | Club soda, lemon juice, or salt | |||||
Stainless Steel Polish | Mineral oil | |||||
Toilet Bowl Cleaner | Paste of borax + lemon juice | |||||
Tub and Tile Cleaner | 1/4 cup baking soda + 1/2 cup white vinegar + warm water | |||||
Upholstery Spot Removal | Club soda | |||||
Water Mark Removal | Toothpaste | |||||
Water Softener | 1/4 cup vinegar | |||||
Wine Stain Removal | Salt | |||||
Window Cleaner | Use 1/2 cup of vinegar in 1 gallon of warm water | |||||
Wood Polish | 3 parts olive oil + 1 part white vinegar; almond or olive oil (interior unvarnished wood only) |