Resene PaintWise is about to recycle their three millionth pack of paint helping local communities beat graffiti vandalism.
The recycle scheme managed by local Hastings company 3R on behalf of Resene reaches the milestone in May, 11 years after being set up and implemented across the country.
Resene PaintWise manager Trevor Tutt of 3R said the growth in volume of returned paint and paint packaging from both Resene ColorShops and transfer stations around New Zealand had been "exponential".
"With a fully engaged paint manufacturer taking the lead and full industry and community buy-in, we have a very successful paint recycling set-up in New Zealand and we're seeing double-digit growth each year.
"Our aim is to re-use as many materials as possible and reduce the amount of paint and packaging that ends up in landfill."