Recycle automotive paint and paint containers with Resene Automotive.

The Resene PaintWise programme will recycle paint containers that are recyclable, send solvent borne paints to solvent recovery, find alternative uses for waterborne paints, such as graffiti abatement, and responsibly dispose of the rest for you. 

PaintWise has been in operation for over 12 years, taken back over three million paint containers, and donated over 250,000 litres of paint.

The PaintWise programme now accepts Resene Automotive and Light Industrial products, including Cromax, Standox, Nason and other products exclusively distributed by Resene Automotive.

The introduction of this programme for automotive products is a first for the industry in New Zealand and a big step in the right direction for sustainability and environmental awareness.

Resene Automotive will accept returns free to any Resene Automotive outlet during normal opening hours*. Simply bring in your leftover paint and empty cans when you visit.

You can also return qualifying products to the PaintWise service at Resene ColorShops; normal return charges will apply.

*See the paintwise acceptance criteria for full details.

Click here for a list of the Resene ColourShops that accept PaintWise returns.


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