you can use maybe 4oz of water per gallon or you can add a latex paint conditioner,such as Floetrol, which ever you use , use just enough to make it flow like it originally did. Never add a half quart to a gallon like the other guy said. And note to other guy a remodeler that paints is probably a handy man(some one that can do alot of things, but nothing well).
2006-10-29 04:55:06
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answered by steve b 5
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If it is water based latez, yes, as long as it hasn't "filmed over" (formed a solid layer on top). If it has you can remove it first, just be sure not to let it into the paint or it will become lumps.
As to how much, that's trial and error. Depends on how thick it is, paint formula,, etc. Start small (about an ounce per qt or even per gallon), see if it makes a difference. Add more if not, but resist the urge to over-guess. Too thin will still work but it will go on thin, requiring multiple coats, could drip or run, and may not cover very well. If it's not water based a comercial paint thinner from any hardware store will work. Just pic one with a brand name, some of the cheap ones are not very pure and don't mix well.
Either way I'd suggest not hand-mixing it. get a paint stirrer attatchment for a drill/electric screwdriver. paddle blade or squirrel cage types are also available at hardware centers.
2006-10-29 04:14:11
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answered by stuck_fla 2
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2015-08-05 23:26:07
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answered by ? 1
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answered by ? 4
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if it is good paint, like sherwin williams, you can add a little distilled water and it wont change the color . make sure to mix it well. if you thin the paint and have enough to one coat the wall it wont matter if there is a small color change.
2016-04-07 07:29:11
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answered by CherylAnn 4
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sure you can, i would try a 10 to 1 ratio, ie .1 gallon to say half a quart water ,clean water only it a matter of how long it been sitting.and what temp.it could be past it shelf life.
i use water any way, to help thin it out alittle
2006-10-29 04:10:26
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answered by Anonymous
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I am a faux finisher/painter.
You have to aqsk yourself is there enough paint in this old can to do the job I need done?If it is just a touch-up no prob.If your going to need more paint anyway to complete the job... spend the money.
save the aggravation.
2006-10-29 04:45:34
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answered by gregory o 2
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