Water-emulsion, acrylic, polyvinyl acetate (PVA), and latex paints are not harmful to the environment, so they can be dried and disposed of as regular household waste. However, resin-based mixtures (alkyd, oil, and enamel paints) should be taken to hazardous waste collection points. A list of such points can be found on a map created by Greenpeace. But it is better to use the paint for your own needs. Chairs Old wooden chairs can be refreshed by sanding them down and painting them in bright or calm colors. After the paint dries, it is recommended to cover the furniture with a layer of varnish. Door You can paint interior doors in a new shade. For this, the old coating needs to be removed with a special agent, the unevenness should be filled, and the desired color applied. Enamel paints look especially good, and the doors do not need to be varnished. Don't forget to choose suitable handles. Mirror You can create a trendy aging effect by applying a new layer of paint over the old one, letting it dry, and then sanding it with sandpaper to create scuffs. A mirror in such a vintage frame will fit perfectly into a rustic style, such as Provence. Table Lamp If you don't want drastic changes, paint the table lamp. You can change the color of the base or the shade, or make the lamp a solid color. This will refresh the look of your desk. Children's Room If you have a lot of leftover colorful paints, you can add brightness to the children's room by using stencils to paint an entire zoo. Similarly, you can transform a gazebo at the dacha, a fence, benches, stairs, planters, or garden paths. Frames It doesn't matter what decorates your walls: photos, posters, or reproductions of paintings; you can keep the content unchanged and just paint the frames in one or different colors. This technique creates a certain mood: neon colors transport you to the 90s, while light colors add strictness and minimalism. Kitchen Set Buying a new kitchen can be too expensive, but you can refresh the facade using leftover paint. The upper cabinets can be made bright, while the lower ones can be in calm tones. Before starting work, the doors should be removed and re-hung after they are completely dry.
