What temperature should paint be stored at?

Question

What is the highest temperature that interior house paint can be stored at? I would like to store all of my cans of paint in the shed, but I live in Oklahoma and it can get up to 105 in the summer. Would this ruin the paint?

Answer 1

Paint should be stored in a temperature controlled location. Freezing is more of a problem than heat - it breaks the paint down. Another consideration - if the paint is in the "old" metal cans they tend to rust over time. If you're saving paint for touch-ups, consider putting a little in an air tight plastic container - mark w/ date, color number (names change), brand and a sample on top. Smaller containers make for easier storage. Good luck, Sis

Answer 2

Storing Paint Cans

Answer 3

Most pant company's will tell you to store paint at room temperature. 105 degrees will not hurt or ruin the paint . with lid tightly sealed on can, store upside down, this will prevent a film from forming on top of paint and will be ready to use after mixing.

Answer 4

For a short period of time, the paint can be stored at 105. But, if you intend to open that a year from now, expect separation, hardening of surface, etc.

You probably should not store paint if you don't have a cooler place.

Answer 5

As long as it's in the shed it should be ok. I live in west Texas and have kept paint stored for years in a metal shed without harming it. Just be sure you give it a really good stir before you use it.

Answer 6

The temp won't hurt the paint, store your cans upside down to prevent air from seeping in. That way your paint won't dry and get that film on top.

Answer 7

you should have it at room temperature or in a cool dry place sometimes it can get runny if its too hot or hard if its too cold

Answer 8

what temperature required

Answer 9

Na, I live in Oklahoma and it never hurt anything.