Paint, wood and other construction materials are not collected curbside
Whether you are painting a room in your home or doing a DIY renovation project in your backyard, you may end up with some leftover materials. Before you throw them in the garbage or blue box, check to see what belongs where! Keep in mind some of these items are not collected curbside.
Here is a list of some common household items and materials that must be taken to a York Region waste depot for safe disposal (fees may apply):
- Cabinets
- Drywall
- Fencing
- Flooring
- Paint
- Shingles
- Sinks
- Tiles
- Vanities
- Wood
The York Region waste depot in Vaughan is located at 130 McCleary Crt. Visit york.ca/WasteDepots for more information, including hours of operation.
Residential appliance and metal pickup
If you’re looking to dispose of large metal items and appliances, the City of Vaughan collects these on Thursdays by appointment only. Book an appointment and pay online through Service Vaughan or call 905-832-2281. For more information, visit the City’s appliance and metal pick up webpage.
Wondering what goes where?
If you’re unsure what items go where, use the City’s online ‘What Goes Where?’ sorting tool to search for an item and learn where to dispose of it. You can also download the free Recycle Coach app from the Apple App Store or Google Play for more sorting help. The app also provides waste-less tips and a personalized collection schedule with optional alerts on what to put to the curb each week.
For more information on waste services in Vaughan, visit vaughan.ca/waste.
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