how do you mix bottle-paints?

[fiatboy]

My preferred method is to use the "Badger" battery operated mixer with the little propeller on the end.  But I don't know how many of these mixers I've gone through.  Another method I've tried is the shaker-type mixer with the rubber band that lasts about 2 months.  Some people say they just shake the paint-jar; maybe with a B-B in the jar.  Anyway, another "Badger" mixer just crapped out on me again.  I would gladly pay a premium for a mixer of higher quality and longevity.  Thanks

[Xingu]

Try this.

[Miatatom]

I made a fixture to hold my variable speed Dremel. The stirrer is a short piece of coat hanger bent 90 degrees at the end and flattened a bit. Works like a charm, no sitting there holding it, and cost pennies if you have some scrap wood.

 

[Snake45]

I just stir it with a wood stick. Works for me.

For thinned paint for airbrushing, I just shake the snot out of it.

[Ace-Garageguy]

 

       

I just stir it with a wood stick. Works for me.

For thinned paint for airbrushing, I just shake the snot out of it.

Yup. 

  

 

[fiatboy]

I like the video showing  how to make a mixer using a jig-saw ("Sawzall" style).  Thanks as always.

[BigTallDad]

I've used a Robart shaker for years.

https://robart.com/collections/hobby-tools-paint-shakers

[High octane]

I use a wooden stick or toothpick to stir my bottled paints, and for my rattle cans I just "shake 'n spray." This works for me, as I don't have to allow any space for a paint shaker or use any electricity either.

[crazyjim]

Robart shaker, Badger mixer, toothpicks, popsicle sticks - whatever mood I'm in.  I'm going to look for a real cheap jig saw to make a shaker like the video.

[Foxer]

I've used a Robart shaker for years.

https://robart.com/collections/hobby-tools-paint-shakers

I do so too .. best purchase I've made!

[BigTallDad]

I do so too .. best purchase I've made!

The rubber strap they supplied gave up the ghost years ago...I just use a regular rubber band now.

Another reason I like mine: it will handle almost any size container (within reason).

[aurfalien]

I do so too .. best purchase I've made!

Hi,

Awesome, I just bought one!

It wasn't out of being unable to shake, as last year I posted were I shook the spray cans so hard they bulged hugely.

It was out of practicality and ease as my Vallejos tend to be so thick with pigment, they need a stellar shake.  Especially there new metallic alcohol based paints.

PS This unit seems to have a very small foot print, doesn't take up much volume.

 

 

Edited June 14, 2017 by aurfalien

[Foxer]

 

PS This unit seems to have a very small foot print, doesn't take up much volume.

 

But you may need to clamp it down as it loves to walk as it shakes 

I have an outlet just to my left and I just let it sit on the floor (under a bench) and just let it shake and stroll around my seat ))

[dlh]

I made a fixture to hold my variable speed Dremel. The stirrer is a short piece of coat hanger bent 90 degrees at the end and flattened a bit. Works like a charm, no sitting there holding it, and cost pennies if you have some scrap wood.

 

Thanks, this is a great idea.  After my Badger craps out I'll use that shaft in a Dremel. (It helps to have two Dremels!)

Dave

[aurfalien]

But you may need to clamp it down as it loves to walk as it shakes 

I have an outlet just to my left and I just let it sit on the floor (under a bench) and just let it shake and stroll around my seat ))

Hi,

Thanks for the tip.  Über appreciative.