How can I store paint without forming a skin.?

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What can I add so that a skin does not form on my oil based paint. I have tried liberal amounts of mineral terps.

Jon · Accepted Answer

Only real way is to consolidate the paint into a smaller container - pouring the remainder from a gallon into a quart container. 

Based on the fill level, and the amount of particles that are present, you'll probably want to strain the paint when you go to use it, regardless

coraann · Answer

Cut a thin piece of plastic bag the size of the inside of the paint can.Place it directly on the remaining
 paint and seal the lid tight. Don't shake it around.

ranger_diy · Answer

You can use a product like Bloxygen to displace the air in the can. This should perverse the finish longer.

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Once you use the Bloxygen to displace the air in the can, make sure the lid is sealed down tight.

Anonymous · Answer

Turn the can upside down during storage that way the skin stays on the bottom and You always have fresh paint.Old Painters trick.

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How can I store paint without forming a skin.?

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