XJ6 Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Hello, To All....I was wondering if anybody uses the Badger "Paint Mixer"? I am always looking for tools of the sort to help me along in this Crazy Addictive Hobby..My LHS has the "Paint Mixer" on sale ($12.99+Tax) and i wonder if one really needs such an item...or should i just stay with "Tooth Pick"...although i figure it would mix the paint good for the airbrush... Any Feed Back...Would Be Nice....Thanks All. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lownslow Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 my friend bought one its not worth the money if i really need to mix some paint ill stick a flat piece of wood into a dremel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 (edited) I have the Micro-Mark version of the tool you mentioned and I consider it virtually indispensable, especially since my paint supply is about 80% enamels (Testors and Humbrol) in jars and tins. The majority of these are over 10 years old, but still work well with the use of the mixer. I happen to think these units do a more thorough job of mixing paint etc, which is exactly what you want if you're airbrushing. It's not all that expensive - buy one and tell us what you think. Edited June 18, 2011 by Monty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmikevee Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Hey Gang, I got a pack of plastic coffee stirs from the grocery store, work like a charm, use two together if the paint is old and thick, can also be used like an eyedropper to put small amounts in your airbrush. If you want to be frugal, cut them in half, still long enough for Tamiya, Testors', etc. bottles. Best buck I ever spent....well, in this hobby! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highway Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I seem to be in the minority of the ones that love the paint mixer. I use it all the time and love it and couldn't imagine life without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Appetite Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I use it, I like it. Doesnt work well for metallics though, for that I use this http://www.micromark.com/Paint-Shaker-110v-AC,6781.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmike Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I found the Badger Paint Mixer to be one of those tools that you have to have! I don't use all the time, but it's there when I need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeBee Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I bought one a few years ago, don't how I ever did without it, but I use a lot of lacquer based paints that need a good stir if they've been left sitting for a while, for the money it really is a cheap way of mixing up paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I bought a Badger paint mixer online last year for less than $10.00. I love it and use it all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Wooden coffee stir sticks. Several diff 'colors' to choose from, in an old prescription bottle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie8575 Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 If you want a motorized stirrer, go over to a store like Ocean State Job Lot, Big Lots, or a similar store, and get one of the electric drink mixers. I know several people that use those, and they're essentially the same idea, for 1/3-1/2 the price. They work well for paint, especially if a lot of the pigment is at the bottom because of the shape of the agitator. Charlie Larkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaronw Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 I've got a paint shaker I really like, http://www.micromark.com/Paint-Shaker-110v-AC,6781.html if it is a paint that has been sitting a while I can toss it into the shaker for a minute while I work on something else. For really stubborn stuff I'll chuck an L or T shaped piece of sprue into my Dremel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr cheap Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 (edited) i have the the robart paint shaker it works realy great i love it and its fast but it cost way to much ..$50.00 is a bit to much ... i was thinking i have a $1.00 jewery cleaner shakes but its very weak .. im going to put 8 1/2 oz paints in it over night ..and see if it works ok ... Edited June 18, 2011 by mr cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 (edited) Something even cheaper, take a few BB's (ammo for a BB gun) wash them with thinner and put them in the paint. When you shake the bottle the BB's mix the paint. The BB's have oil on them straight from the package so it's best to wash them first. Edited June 19, 2011 by Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmikevee Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 (edited) Hey Gang, As usual, lots of good tips here, but......a lot of people say that it is not good to shake your paint, and since I started stirring only, I have to agree with them. There is never paint on the top of the bottle, so never hard to open, never that ring of crud around the lip that sticks to your brush or gets into your airbrush (are these "paint boogers"?) Leave stir in the paint, and give an occassional spin if you need to keep adding more, especially on metallics. Plus, if mixing custom colors or using airbrush, my plastic coffee stirs make small amount transfer really quick and easy. I did trial and error and like this the best, but that doesn't mean I'm right. What do you all think? Thanks. Mike Edited June 19, 2011 by bigmikevee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XJ6 Posted June 19, 2011 Author Share Posted June 19, 2011 (edited) Something even cheaper, take a few BB's (ammo for a BB gun) wash them with thinner and put them in the paint. When you shake the bottle the BB's mix the paint. The BB's have oil on them straight from the package so it's best to wash them first. Thanks for the Reply...I find the BB's to be most interesting...However what about the Acrylic Paints,(Tamiya) I have always understood.. not to shake up Acrylic Paints..causes tiny air bubbles? shortens life expectancy?... Thanks... Edited June 19, 2011 by XJ6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAL Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 I love mine too, it's the best way to mix paint. Even older settled paint comes out perfect every time. Flat black which like to settle the flat -silicon- is always like a brand new bottle of paint after a good mixing with the Badger mixer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAL Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 BBs are no good. The too rust or corrode especailly in waterbased paints. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr cheap Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 (edited) jewery cleaner worked great it took 6hrs ... 2hr test comeing with and with out bb s i started new link when i couldnt find this one.. Edited June 19, 2011 by mr cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XJ6 Posted June 20, 2011 Author Share Posted June 20, 2011 "Thanks" for the Advice...I was at my LHS today and went ahead and bought the "Badger Paint Mixer" another tool for the work bench I believe i will get good use out of it..I Hope Cheers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tabsscale1 Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 "Thanks" for the Advice...I was at my LHS today and went ahead and bought the "Badger Paint Mixer" another tool for the work bench I believe i will get good use out of it..I Hope Cheers... you won't be disapointed The one i have now is over 5 years old and i have worn one our that was over 10 yearsold when it gave up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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