The San Rafael/Marin Household Hazardous Waste Facility accepts a wide variety of household hazardous waste for safe recycling and disposal. Use this guide to explore accepted materials, convenient recycling alternatives, and important information to help you prepare for your visit.
Novato residents and businesses should use the Novato Household Hazardous Waste Facility.
Many everyday household products require special handling because they can be hazardous.
Batteries
Light Bulbs
Cleaning Products
Personal Care Products
Electronic devices are accepted at the HHW Facility; electric appliances are not. Computers, TVs, phones, and other electronics can be recycled here. Small electric appliances like toasters, blenders, and hair dryers should be recycled through other local programs.
Computers & Office Electronics
TVs & Audio/Video Equipment
Phones & Mobile Devices
Small Household Electronics
Many electronics can also be recycled at these convenient locations. Please call ahead to confirm current hours and accepted items before visiting.
Best Buy – San Rafael
660 Francisco Blvd. West
San Rafael, CA 94901
Renew Computers – San Rafael
446 Du Bois Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
Paint, stains, thinners, and related products are accepted at this HHW Facility. For added convenience, most architectural paint can also be recycled year-round through the PaintCare program at participating retail locations throughout Marin County.
Paint Products
Wood Finishes
Solvents & Removers
Sealants
Most architectural paint doesn’t need to come to the HHW Facility. Through the PaintCare program, latex and oil-based paint, stains, primers, and sealers can be recycled at participating paint retailers throughout Marin County.
Many automotive products require safe handling and proper disposal. The HHW Facility accepts automotive fluids, batteries, and car care products. Used motor oil and oil filters can also be recycled at convenient locations throughout Marin County.
Used Motor Oil & Filters
Automotive Fluids
Car Care Products
Used motor oil and oil filters can be recycled free at certified collection centers throughout Marin County or at the HHW Facility. Recycling your used oil helps protect waterways and keeps valuable resources out of the landfill.
Many products used around your home and garden require special handling and should never be placed in the trash or recycling. The HHW Facility accepts a variety of household hazardous products to help protect people and the environment.
Fertilizer, Pesticides & Insecticide
Building Materials
Pressurized Cylinders
Miscellaneous
Many products used around your home and garden require special handling and should never be placed in the trash or recycling. The HHW Facility accepts a variety of household hazardous products to help protect people and the environment.
Sharps
Vapes
Cooking Oil
Solidified cooking oil can be placed in your compost cart.
Smoke Detectors
Inside the Marin HHW Facility, you’ll find Reuse It Marin, a dedicated walk-in area where residents can browse and take home reusable household products that have been dropped off at the facility in good condition.
By giving these products a second life, we help keep valuable materials out of the waste stream.
You’ll find a rotating selection of:
Open during regular HHW Facility business hours for Marin County residents. Items are for personal use only and may not be resold.
