Household Hazardous Wastes
Household Hazardous Wastes include solvents, antifreeze, oil-based paints, thinners and other paint products, household cleaners, drain openers, pesticides, pool chemicals, disinfectants, flammables, etc. Generally, any product that is oil-based, flammable, poisonous, burns the skin or eyes, or reacts violently with other chemicals, are considered hazardous. Read product labels carefully.
These are common, everyday household products that require special disposal or recycling procedures and should never be thrown in the trash, disposed of down a kitchen or bathroom drain, dumped on the ground, or dumped into a street drain.
Up to ten gallons of liquid, or twenty pounds of solid waste may be disposed of at no cost to residents. Liquids should be in containers no larger than five gallons. Each container must be labeled. All containers should be carried in boxes, NOT in large garbage bags.
To provide Manchester residents with scheduled opportunities to properly dispose of these wastes, the Dept. of Highways hosts two household hazardous waste collection events per year at the Drop-Off Facility on Dunbarton Road.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days are always held on the second Saturdays of May and October. from 9:00 Am to 2:00 PM.
(Call 624-6504 for directions and details)
These city/state funded events are open to residents of Manchester only and wastes are accepted only in household amounts (generally a 10 gallon / 20 lb. limit). Wastes should be kept in original closed containers and brought to the scheduled events.
Participants must show proof of residency.
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day - Fall 2002 |
NOTICE ON LATEX PAINTS
Latex paints are water-based and are not hazardous. They are not accepted at our Household Hazardous Waste Collection events. To properly dispose of latex paints, remove the cover, add kitty litter, stir, let air-dry until solid and put out with the regular trash.
ALTERNATIVE HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
Air Freshener:
Simmer cloves and cinnamon in boiling water. Leave opened box of baking soda in room. Set out a dish of vinegar
Ant Control:
Mix 2 tablespoons of boric acid, and 2 tablespoons of sugar into cup of water. Soak paper towels, place on dishes, and set out for ants.
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner:
Clean stains immediately with club soda. Sprinkle cornstarch on rug and vacuum. Use soap-based, non aerosol rug shampoo.
Chrome Cleaner:
Use baking soda and a dry cloth.
Drain Opener:
Use a plunger or mechanical snake.
Flea & Tick Repellent:
Scatter pine needles, fennel, rue or rosemary on pet's bed. Feed pet brewer's yeast, vitamin B or garlic tablets.
Furniture Polish:
Mix 2 parts vegetable oil and 1 part lemon juice. Apply, rub in, and wipe clean.
Insect Spray for Plants:
Blend 6 cloves of crushed garlic, 1 minced onion, 1 tablespoon of dried hot pepper and 1 tablespoon of pure soap in 1 gallon of hot water. Let sit for 1 to 2 days; strain and use.
Laundry Pre-soak:
Make a paste of washing soda and water; apply to dirty spots.
Metal Cleaner:
Make a paste of salt, vinegar, and flour. Start with 1/4 cup of salt, add enough vinegar to dissolve, add flour to create a damp paste.
Mothballs:
Sew dried lavender or cedar chips into small cloth bags and place with clothes.
Multi-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/3 cup vinegar, and 1/4 cup baking soda in 1 gallon of warm water.
Porcelain Cleaner:
Make a paste from baking soda and water; apply to stain, let set, rub clean and rinse.
Septic System Cleaner:
Use professional service every 2 to 3 years.
Silver Polish:
Soak silver in 1 quart of warm water containing 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, and a piece of aluminum foil.
Window Cleaner:
Use 1/2 cup vinegar in 1 gallon of warm water. Use lemon juice and a dry soft cloth. Use newspaper to dry glass.
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