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Title: Powder paint shelf life
Post by: walleyetracker85 on 04/07/14 08:40 UTC

Hey guys does powder paint have a shelf life? Like how fast do you have to use it after you've bought it. Thanks for the help guys

Title: Re: Powder paint shelf life
Post by: toadfrogbaits on 04/07/14 09:15 UTC

The biggest problem with powder is it will hard pack if you don't shake it up now and again . Keep it dry and keep it cool . The stuff will last years . I have some 5 yrs. old . Still good .

Title: Re: Powder paint shelf life
Post by: walleyetracker85 on 04/07/14 09:54 UTC

How often should I shake it up? Thanks for the reply. It might be winter before I start making any tackle. Just trying to decide if I should start buying paint now or wait.

Title: Re: Powder paint shelf life
Post by: Fatman on 04/07/14 15:30 UTC

I always end up having to move the box's out of the wifes' way so I shake it up then.  Cadman on TU has some powder 10 yrs or more with no problem.  Like Toad said keep it dry and cool, Live in a double wide trailer I use an old cooler to store it keeps it just fine. 

Title: Re: Powder paint shelf life
Post by: pjmcla on 04/07/14 19:34 UTC

I have found moisture ( humidity ) is my biggest issue.  I store mine in the garage.