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.

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, ...

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Consumer Reports says if you store it correctly, you can use it again for touch-ups or new projects. Here’s how to keep it fresh, when to throw it out, and how to do that safely. Creating an airtight ...

Old paint can be a cost-effective choice for touch-ups and DIY projects, but it's important to know if it has expired. Unopened paint can last 10 to 15 years, while opened cans may go bad in just a ...

Before you throw paint away, consider recycling or donating it if it's still good. Many states let you dry out and throw away old latex paint, but double-check with your town. Oil paint is a household ...

Whether you’re painting your bedroom or adorning an Airstream, all too often we finish up a renovation project and find we have more paint than expected. If you’re thinking you must be the only one ...