I have a bunch of Vallejo paints that were forgotten in boxes after moving to a new apt. and they look like they've separated or dried up a bit... Can old acrylics paints like these be revived, or should I just save myself the trouble and throw them away?
Hisham
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Reviving old acrylic paints?
Hisham
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Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2014 - 07:59 AM UTC
bbailey_33
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Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2014 - 08:16 AM UTC
I would think if you have any solids in there, it's toast except for touch ups, weathering, etc...
One small chunk will sure clog your ab.
One small chunk will sure clog your ab.
Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2014 - 10:03 PM UTC
Hisham- I would get the caps off them and see exactly what you are dealing with in the bottle. The odd time I have one thats been sitting a while and it goes kind of like a dryish toothpaste- sometimes a good stir will sort it out- then again sometimes the bin is the only place for them!!
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Posted: Friday, May 16, 2014 - 02:25 AM UTC
If they are not totally solid you can add some thinner, windex and water mix works pretty well, stir it up and see what you get. My results have been about 80%.
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Posted: Friday, May 16, 2014 - 03:08 AM UTC
Next time you store paint for a long period of time turning the jars upside down is supposed to keep them from drying out.
Hisham
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Posted: Friday, May 16, 2014 - 03:11 AM UTC
Thanks for all the advice, guys.. I'll try and see if I can salvage them
Hisham
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