Where to dispose of hard-to-toss items in Orange County, CA

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• PaintPaint goes free to one of OC Waste & Recycling's four HHW centers (Tue–Sat 9–3).
• Motor OilMotor oil goes free to an OC Waste & Recycling HHW center.

California state rules

• California bans household batteries, fluorescent lamps and electronic devices from the trash — take them to an HHW program, retailer take-back or authorized recycler. source
• PaintCare runs free paint drop-off sites across California (often paint and hardware stores) for architectural paint, primers, stains and sealers; call ahead. source
• Bye Bye Mattress (Mattress Recycling Council) offers free mattress and box spring drop-off at participating California locations. source

Nearby California counties

• Los Angeles County
• Riverside County
• San Diego County

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