Has anyone used these for mixing paint? Have used the 3ml, wonder if the 1ml opening would be too small to pull up model paint. Thanks!
1304761
I think it would work fine , I've used them for acrylic paint. If the paint is to thick you can thin it a little. But they have pretty good suction and worked well for me.
140708
NOTE!! I used these to make crayons, and at first they came out fine, but then I left one batch in the oven a little longer by mistake. A few of the minifig molds came apart when I popped the crayons out, and then after making a couple more batches with the ones that were still intact, all of them ripped apart. If you make crayons, I would recommend melting them in the oven in a separate container (I saw a tin can as a suggestion) and then pouring the melted wax into the molds to cool. This should preserve your mold. I was pretty bummed that my mold was ruined before I finished making everything I needed for my son's birthday party. :-( NOTE!! I used these to make crayons, and at first they came out fine, but then I left one batch in the oven a little longer by mistake. A few of the minifig molds came apart when I popped the crayons out, and then after making a couple more batches with the ones that were still intact, all of them ripped apart. If you make crayons, I would recommend melting them in the oven in a separate container (I saw a tin can as a suggestion) and then pouring the melted wax into the molds to cool. This should preserve your mold. I was pretty bummed that my mold was ruined before I finished making... » Read More NOTE!! I used these to make crayons, and at first they came out fine, but then I left one batch in the oven a little longer by mistake. A few of the minifig molds came apart when I popped the crayons out, and then after making a couple more batches with the ones that were still intact, all of them ripped apart. If you make crayons, I would recommend melting them in the oven in a separate container (I saw a tin can as a suggestion) and then pouring the melted wax into the molds to cool. This should preserve your mold. I was pretty bummed that my mold was ruined before I finished making everything I needed for my son's birthday party. :-( « Show Less
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Hmm there's a big possibility of clogging to occur if using this siphon. It's really only mean't for water and considering most paint is an oil base, but generally speaking, it's a lot thicker. You're better off going to home depot or Menard's to see what type of siphoning products they have. Get an actual pump perhaps because this siphoning product is relatively slow, so imagine using it on paint it can take hours.
1811645
Is probably not practical for paint....unless you were mixing mass quantities. Putting this in a full container of paint would probably be a mess... but I wouldn't do a mortar job without it
168289
I'm guessing, because I wouldn't want to try it, but I would say no. Unless the paint were as thin as water. It has a check ball that causes the siphoning action by "bouncing" up and down. My thinking would be that the paint would cause a sticky situation there and the paint would be heavy as well. I think you would have a hard time siphoning paint even the traditional way.
1337617
Yes it is ridiculous how hard these are to open. I will not order them again. For the ones I still have, i flip them over and use a can opener to open them. Thats the only thing I could find to do with them. These cannot be opened like a normal paint can, at least not the batch I have. The metal is soft and it breaks, you can't get any leverage to pry it open.
994881
yes, that was the intent behind my purchase - i love doing nail art - these brushes are the perfect size for that sort of art... though i actually used some of them to apply face makeup once, they worked well for that, as well. the best way to use them is to place a few drops of polish on a small glass/plastic/minutely absorptive surface (i've been using magazines pages) and dip the brush to that (rather than dipping the brushes straight into the bottle). do keep in mind, these are not high-quality; they are a perfect starter set for anyone, and if they so choose to upgrade to higher quality natural brushes later, they can do so with the confidence that they will know how to utilize them to their fullest potential.
1110073
I've used my first one 6-8 times already for straining nut and soy milks. Haven't used for paint.
2270164
I bought it for storing the Tamiya 10ml (1/3 oz) model paints. It works perfectly for that, holding 14 jars per row. Model Master 14.7 ml, Testors, and Humbrol tins all fit fine as well. The larger (23ml) Tamiya paints do not fit.
1789939
Rena, I have mixed paint with a thinner and did some airbrushing on paper and it worked out fine. I was amazed how light I could go with the paint just by pushing the trigger a little bit, more trigger= more paint..
1404773
Scrape off the areas that are gooey and wet then mix again and re pour. I found that it really helped when I mixed it up on a scale so I had the same amount of both in weight. Had no problems after that. Also I was told by the company to mix well in a disposable container for exactly a minute then pour in a new container and mix for another whole minute with a new mixing stick. Throw both containers away after that.
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I used a sponge brush. That way you won't see any brush strokes. Unless you're painting a wall or large surface, pick a size that will go with the item you're painting. Coffee mugs, glasses or picture frames would take a smaller sponge brush. And definitely use the painter's tape so that you don't get the paint where you don't want it. It'll save a lot of time of work later trying to scrape it off. The coffee mugs I did for Valentine's Day are still holding up just great. You're only limited as to what your imagination comes up with. Hope you have fun with it!
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Read it from left to right. To be 100% sure try using water first! This is a great idea if you are mixing clear chemicals BUT if you are mixing for painting a car the paint (your first ingredient) will normally obscure the marks! I ended up using three cups for my 8:4:1 $90/quart paint.
803079
I don't think it's possible to clean them and refill the paint. Once a color is used up, you'll have to repurchase it. As for contamination of the tip, like if another color gets on the nib, you can just rub that right off.
1328251
I think that you will struggle with the mayo jars. I'm not sure that they have the column strength to stand the pressure and vibrations. I would suggest that you purchase a metal paint can and pour your paint into that to mix it. Then empty back into the mayo jar and clean the can for the next use.
807648
I've used other paint, but without the nice squeeze bottle it can make a mess. Might be worthwhile to get some empty squeeze bottles along with some Crayola paint. For other paper I just cut it the right size, doesn't really phase me to cut paper. I do it for a few other similar toys, in 5 minutes I can have a decent stack.
2007103
Unless it has an oily film I do not use anything except to roughen the surface slightly. I have used a light application of paint thinner to remove any oily substance. My biggest problem is trying to keep the dry mix in place before the liquid is applied, I have used tape to accomplish this. I marvel at the quick set up and strength. of this product. Good Luck!