Keeping paint can lip clean

[bobj49f2]

I've always punched a couple of holes in the lip of the can to allow the paint to drain back into the can. Worked OK but still had cans sealed themselves tight.

This looks like a lot better, and cheap, way of keeping the lip clean.

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[burleyfarm]

Now why didn’t I think of that?


Dave

 

[lilredex]

If you only need a little bit, I use those "dippers" that come with laundry detergent. Or, if you need a bit more you can tape a popsicle stick to those plastic cups that bring you apple sauce.

 

[rlitman]

If you only need a little bit, I use those "dippers" that come with laundry detergent. Or, if you need a bit more you can tape a popsicle stick to those plastic cups that bring you apple sauce.

I can't say I've used it for paint, but I use thrift store kitchen utensils around the shop all the time. Cake spatulas for plastering for example. A 50 cent ladle might make sense here...

 

[driftpin]

That's a quick & dirty method. Effective.

I use one of those plastic pour aids, they clip-into the groove/over the lip.

 

[Black300zx]

Home depot has rubber pour spots that snap onto the inner lip. They're $1 and work great

Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing:

FoamPRO 1 gal. Paint Can Pour Spout
https://www.homedepot.com/p/FoamPRO-1-gal-Paint-Can-Pour-Spout-61/100254956

 

[Leaflessshadetree]

Put a strip over the center(ish) and use it to scrape the excess off the brush when you are dipping from the can.

 

[WunTon]

Home depot has rubber pour spots that snap onto the inner lip. They're $1 and work great

Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing:

FoamPRO 1 gal. Paint Can Pour Spout
https://www.homedepot.com/p/FoamPRO-1-gal-Paint-Can-Pour-Spout-61/100254956

This is what I use as well. Works great and gives a nice sturdy surface to brush the brush against to remove excess paint. I can see the tape method working really well for smaller can and probably stain which is usually the smaller cans.

 

[PFSard]

Recent thread on paint cans :

Tired of fighting with opening paint cans?
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=453696&showall=1

 

[choppedpecans]

Painter's tape is also Pourer's tape, who knew?

 

[Modern Jess]

Brilliant. Will use that. My cans are inevitably a mess.

 

[bonneyman]

Great idea, but I think I'll pass. I won't be able to tell the color of the paint in the can if it isn't slobbered all over the outside!

 

[bherren]

Excellent idea! Thanks for sharing.

 

[Legion Prime]

I have a couple LT Battle Mixers and hey, they're even on sale! That tape idea is worth remembering though.

 

[txvwnut]

I've always put a strip in the groove for the lid with the sticky side towards the inside of the can. But the idea in the video looks much more effective.

 

[like2wheel]

Genius!
Thanks for posting

 

[SALIV8]

My gosh. So simple. Wish I would thought of that.

Thanks

 

[foodie]

That is genius agree,...thanks for that since I am painting my basement,...love those little tips and tricks!

 

[cdeer001]

What abount using this? https://www.homedepot.com/p/The-Aqua-Tainer-Company-1-Gal-2-Piece-Lid-SL96/100125512

 

[slackdaddy1]

My problem (With cans of Alkyd Enamel) is the paint drys out after opening the can.
After 1st use, cleaning the lip, and putting the lid on, a couple months latter the paint is drying out. now put the cans in ziplock bags. appears to work.

 

[DJL1967]

I have a small can of Por 15 paint that I use for touching up rust spots on my truck. I only need small amounts at a time so what I do is take a small screw and screw it into the lid of the can without removing the lid. I can pour a small amount out of the can into a cup then put the screw back in. The paint will dry around the screw and seal the can from any air. I have had the same can for over a year and have not removed the lid.

 

[LS6 Tommy]

I've been using one of these for years:



IDK if they still make them.

I've been told storing your paint cans upside down keeps the air out. Never had the guts to try it.

Tommy

 

[like2wheel]

I think most people are missing the best point of the ops method is that there is nothing you have to CLEAN after pouring the paint.

Sure, I have all those plastic gimmicks; they work well enough for latex paint, but they really don't have a place with automotive paints. Not to mention that most only fit gallon cans.

 

[HotrodHR]

Home depot has rubber pour spots that snap onto the inner lip. They're $1 and work great

Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing:

FoamPRO 1 gal. Paint Can Pour Spout
https://www.homedepot.com/p/FoamPRO-1-gal-Paint-Can-Pour-Spout-61/100254956

Clicked on the link and took me to the spout with craziest description, "helps with any job, particularly tight or moulding work; extendable pole with threaded grip handle makes painting a breeze." Man that sounds like a helluva deal for 98 cents!

FoamPRO
1 gal. Paint Can Pour Spout
Helps with any paint job, particularly tight or moulding work
Compatible with most paint buckets
Extendable pole with threaded grip handle makes painting a breeze

 

[LS6 Tommy]

I think most people are missing the best point of the ops method is that there is nothing you have to CLEAN after pouring the paint.

Sure, I have all those plastic gimmicks; they work well enough for latex paint, but they really don't have a place with automotive paints. Not to mention that most only fit gallon cans.

All good points.

Tommy

 

[Ikrop]

This is what I use as well. Works great and gives a nice sturdy surface to brush the brush against to remove excess paint. I can see the tape method working really well for smaller can and probably stain which is usually the smaller cans.

I use this unit from Home depot too and can definitely recommend it to others. Works great.

 

[driftpin]

I use this unit from Home depot too and can definitely recommend it to others. Works great.

What's it look-like? The Great Carnac doesn't know, either.