I used the majority of it to paint my walls (approximately 4 years ago), but now I have to repaint one wall because of construction.
2006-09-28 13:00:56 · 9 answers · asked by CarolynJayne 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
If the paint has no bad smell and if you can stir it to a smooth consistency, you can use it. You might have to add a little water or Floetrol, a paint conditioner that's good to use even with new paint. Feel around with your stir-stick to see if the solids have settled.
I suggest that you strain the paint in case it has any unwanted particles in it. You can either buy a cloth mesh pain strainer, or just use a cheap kitchen strainer.
2006-09-28 14:29:05 · answer #1 · answered by MailorderMaven 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I m painting some trim, but the latex paint had a small film around the inside rim of the can. It isn t old, maybe 2 months but the lid wasn t sealed, could pull it off with just y fingers..
Question....would this affect the consistency,,,,it seems thicker / not spreading like it should....
2015-03-02 15:08:11 · answer #2 · answered by Lynda 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it has been sealed tight you might be OK. It could be soured in four years time. If I were you I would just go and get another can mixed of the same color. Dye lots will differ, so will the age of 4 years wear. By the time you screen the old paint through panty hose it might be better just to buy new.
2006-09-28 15:54:32 · answer #3 · answered by damsel36 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on storage, climate and whether or not it has been opened previously. i would by another can of paint because of the 4 year time line you've had the previous one to be safe.
2006-09-28 13:04:04 · answer #4 · answered by dark rockchick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you got a good seal on the container when you stored it, it will be OK. Just need to mix well.
2006-09-28 13:03:26 · answer #5 · answered by Papa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
latex is water based therefore it freezes if it's stored in unheated areas. probably died the first winter. tear off can label and go for replacement match.
2006-09-28 13:47:43 · answer #6 · answered by bev 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the can was sealed tightly, the paint should still be good. If it wasn't, it isn't.
2006-09-28 13:03:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is still liquid, it should be okay. i would strain it-paint store sells paint strainers, or use old pantyhose. either way, it should be okay.
2006-09-28 13:09:39 · answer #8 · answered by forjj 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it should still be good as long as NO air could enter or leave the tin
2006-09-28 13:02:58 · answer #9 · answered by imanalchemist 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋