Mixing paint in the Tin / Bottle - my solution

[Ngwee]

Ive found that there is often a need to stir paint in the tin or bottle and Its a pain to open them up and stir the gloop without making a mess.

 

My solution is to use 2 stainless steel ball bearings (5 or 6mm is fine) and use these as agitators to mix the paint with the lid on.

 

Even when the paint has settled and become stiff a few good rattles gets the paint flowing again and mixes it way better than any other method ive tried.

 

Theyre also reusable when the tins empty.

 

Warning - in glass bottles keep fingers on the lid and the base as you rattle. (Dont ask how I know or how much of a mess it was to clean.)  

 

They are freely available from a certain auction site. The price does vary wildly though. From £5 to £8 for 20 from some suppliers to a much more attractive £4 for 100 from Hong Kong ( Del Inc.) - takes 2 weeks or so.

 

This seems to be the best price I can see at the moment - item no 360954114734

 

(Seller has nothing to do with me - just a supplier I found.)

 

If this helps you - my day will be made.  . 

 

[CATCplSlade]

Make sure you get the non-corrosive type as the others can rust/alter in the paint over time and discolor it.