
How to Keep leftover paint?
Above all, do not throw paint cans started, they can serve you up at one time or another. Some tips to keep your paint as long as possible.
should know that some paints have a shelf limited shelf . Begin, then, before you buy, look for the expiration date. In all cases, contact with the air damage the paint. Over time a film is formed on top. So soon as your work is completed, clean the lid by removing all the paint adhering. And be sure to also polish the groove, using a wet paper towel. Then cover the container with plastic wrap and press down the lid. Finally, return the pot started.
should know that some paints have a shelf limited shelf . Begin, then, before you buy, look for the expiration date. In all cases, contact with the air damage the paint. Over time a film is formed on top. So soon as your work is completed, clean the lid by removing all the paint adhering. And be sure to also polish the groove, using a wet paper towel. Then cover the container with plastic wrap and press down the lid. Finally, return the pot started.
If you can, pour paint into a smaller vessel, a glass jam jar with a screw cap. Plus it is full, the better conservation. One more thing, the paint should not be in contact with the light and be stored in a protected space the gel and heat.
extra precautions with Alkyd and glycero
Depending on the types of paintings, gesture can help to further conservation.
For Alkyd drop a circle of waxed paper directly on the paint. This will facilitate the withdrawal of the films that usually forms on the surface.
For glycerose drag a little thinner on top.
a precaution:
It does not tell you enough _
Want to refresh your room. Always keep leftover paint, preferably with references. If you have lost their references specialists can always find your shade. By cons, always remember what type of paint you used if it's glycero, Acrylic, Latex, ... Because if you have forgotten the type of paint will cost you more. You will need before the new meter painting, sanding the old paint over an undercoat and finally finish your new paint.
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