While the garage might be the safest place to store paint out of reach of children and pets, weather changes could affect the paint's quality. Cold temperatures can cause paint to separate, thicken, ...

Here's a hint that makes pouring and storing paint a breeze: Save all your liquid-laundry-detergent jugs. Wash them out, and you won't find a better way to store paint. No more rusty, nonoperable lids ...

(CONSUMER REPORTS/WTVF) — A lot of people tackled DIY projects at home during the pandemic. Some even renovated and painted, but what do you do with the leftover paint? If you store it correctly, you ...

So, you’ve finished your painting project, but there’s still paint left over. Tossing it out feels wasteful, but storing it improperly can lead to a dried-out, unusable mess—or even a safety hazard.

Q. What’s the best way to store partly used cans of paint without having them develop a skin on the surface? A. Here are several solutions that have worked for us. 1. Store the can upside down. 2. Cut ...

Q. Last weekend I was doing some touch-up painting to the exterior of my house, to get it ready for another Midwestern winter. The paint I used was a high-grade exterior latex. I have two cans–one for ...

Dear Heloise: My suggestion is about paint storage. Please do not store leftover paint (both oil-based and latex) in the original can unless you’ll be using it within a few days. I store all of my ...

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Store lightbulbs, paint, and rugs indoors to avoid damage from heat, cold, and moisture. Keep documents, medicine, and photos away from damp or humid areas to preserve their quality. Proper storage ...