Paint Storage Bottles/Jars Question

[Straightliner59]

Since I am going to have to break down and start using my airbrush to apply Dullcote, I'd like to be able to mix a quantity to have on hand. I have some Badger storage bottles (brand isn't important, my brush is a Gravity-feed Badger), but, they don't seem to seal, all that well, and evaporation seems a bit too rapid. Does anybody have a suggestion as to bottles I might use that will give me some shelf time? Thanks!

[bisc63]

If by "mix a quantity", you mean add thinner and store, I'd advise against it, as most paints don't keep well once reduced or thinned. If you're just decanting, what I've done to seal up glass paint jars more effectively is to cut snug fitting discs of soft plastic to tuck up inside the lids. I keep the tops from coffee, oats, etc. for that purpose. They provide a nice friction free seal, and paint doesn't stick to them and bind.

[Straightliner59]

1 minute ago, bisc63 said:

If by "mix a quantity", you mean add thinner and store, I'd advise against it, as most paints don't keep well once reduced or thinned. If you're just decanting, what I've done to seal up glass paint jars more effectively is to cut snug fitting discs of soft plastic to tuck up inside the lids. I keep the tops from coffee, oats, etc. for that purpose. They provide a nice friction free seal, and paint doesn't stick to them and bind.

Thanks, Rusty. I'm thinking that, generally I would be looking to mix enough to last over a three or four day span, as I'm working on a couple of sub-assemblies and weathering them. Sounds like your suggestion will fill that bill, perfectly. And, I already have plenty of those lids, lying around. Thanks again, sir!

[bisc63]

Happy to help, and you shouid be good for short term like that!

[Khils]

22 minutes ago, bisc63 said:

 They provide a nice friction free seal, and paint doesn't stick to them and bind

"I like that tip!"    ....simple and yet effective! 

[Pete J.]

https://www.tamiyausa.com/search/?q=paint+mixing+jar  I've been using these for years for exactly the purpose you are suggesting.  They have a molded in seal in the lid that seals very well.  Just wipe the rim with a little thinner to keep them clean and they will last forever.  Tamiya USA shows them out of stock, but there are many places to get them.  Hobby Link Japan has them for $4.50 for 6 of the small ones ad $7 for 6 of the large ones.  Yes, shipping will add to the cost, but I generally buy 12 at a time.  Shipping is about the same for 6 as it is for 12. 

The large one holds a full can of Tamiya TS rattle can paint decanted.  One little tip.  Tamiya rattle cans have two glass beads in side to mix the paint.  After I decant the paint, I cut a hole in the side and retrieve the beads.  I put one or two in my jars to aid in mixing the decanted paint.  Works well for me!  Good luck!

Edited March 2, 2021 by Pete J.

[Miatatom]

3 hours ago, Khils said:

"I like that tip!"    ....simple and yet effective! 

I use Glad Press and Seal under the lid to seal my jars. I use 4 ounce canning jars from Walmart for storage. A dozen is less than $10.

[Straightliner59]

3 hours ago, Miatatom said:

I use Glad Press and Seal under the lid to seal my jars. I use 4 ounce canning jars from Walmart for storage. A dozen is less than $10.

Sounds like another good solution. Thanks, Tom!