How long can you keep paint for?

Discussion in 'Painters' Talk' started by FatHands, Nov 6, 2016.

  1. FatHands

    FatHands Well-Known Member

    Hey up
    Found a few of these, some opened, some never opened. Can't see much on the back about dates (think about 2 Years old and kept inside). Any rule of thumb on keeping paints?
    Thanks IMG_20161106_111418.jpg
     
  2. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    The new cans should be ok, I've used emulsion here, which was about 3 or 4 years old, open cans I reckon you will ok, but they can dry out if lid isn't fitted properly, important thing they been keep inside & away from the frost.

    Where is our Astra.:)
     
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  3. koolpc

    koolpc Super Member

    Make sure you get a long straw and blow lots of air into the paint after mixing it. Why?

    No idea! Just sound like fun! o_O
     
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  4. PaulBlackpool

    PaulBlackpool Screwfix Select

    Glad to see you have not lost your sense of humour mate:)
     
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  5. FatHands

    FatHands Well-Known Member

    Thanks all, should be good to go then (minus the straws :p )
     
  6. KIAB

    KIAB Super Member

    Fats: Might need to strain the open pots of paint,(sure you have some old tights):eek: as it's likely you will have bits drop off lid when you open it.
     
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  7. FatHands

    FatHands Well-Known Member

    That is a good idea k thanks. I only bought some ones this afternoon ;):D
     

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