How are the paints stored between usage as they seem to be uncovered? Would they dry up ?
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We bought these last year for a festival. When it was done, I cleaned the paint (took a wet tissue and wiped the top of the paints) in order to get the pink smear off the white...the blue smeared in the yellow..etc. (we had some young kids wanting to paint, and they would forget to rinse in between.) Then I took press and seal saran wrap, and put over the top of the tray. Put it away until this year. I pulled it out, and the paints were dry, but you simply wet your brush and they are alive and well again. We used 2 kits for 2 festivals that were a year apart. Painted around 80 faces this year, and did about 150 faces last year with the 2 kits. Need to buy more for next year, but they will keep. We bought these last year for a festival. When it was done, I cleaned the paint (took a wet tissue and wiped the top of the paints) in order to get the pink smear off the white...the blue smeared in the yellow..etc. (we had some young kids wanting to paint, and they would forget to rinse in between.) Then I took press and seal saran wrap, and put over the top of the tray. Put it away until this year. I pulled it out, and the paints were dry, but you simply wet your brush and they are alive and well again. We used 2 kits for 2 festivals that were a year apart. Painted around 80 faces this... » Read More We bought these last year for a festival. When it was done, I cleaned the paint (took a wet tissue and wiped the top of the paints) in order to get the pink smear off the white...the blue smeared in the yellow..etc. (we had some young kids wanting to paint, and they would forget to rinse in between.) Then I took press and seal saran wrap, and put over the top of the tray. Put it away until this year. I pulled it out, and the paints were dry, but you simply wet your brush and they are alive and well again. We used 2 kits for 2 festivals that were a year apart. Painted around 80 faces this year, and did about 150 faces last year with the 2 kits. Need to buy more for next year, but they will keep. « Show Less
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We put saran wrap on n re packed. I would imagine they would dry up if not properly atored
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Victoria, I have had them two weeks and they are working fine. The unused ones have a good seal on the ink discharge point and each cartridge is sealed in a air tight plastic wrapper. I don't anticipate them drying out.
1075512
I did it in the summer but I think it was about an hour. About the same as any paint. Should dry between coats.
1039315
I waited a couple of hours between coats. I did very thin coats. I found this paint dried in a similar fashion to others. It wasn't significantly longer For drying time in my experience
2281348
You will see when you use it that the paint has a very thin consistency. Brush marks should disappear.
1627543
No. If the paint was "poured into each section" it would dry out... The container lid is not air tight. If the different paint colors were placed individually into small air tight containers that fit into each section, it would work fine. But the lid does not seal air tight onto the container with sections. It hold beads or buttons, etc., well.
916910
I haven't see anywhere that they should be stored upright but it seems to be reasonable. Are you sure that you are replacing the cap tightly. That will definitely dry them out.
1064965
I haven't had any problems with my set of paints... I just give them a little stir. Maybe you got a bad batch?
451991
I am sorry to say but I can't answer your question. I used Woodlife Classic outdoors as a sealer so that my regular paint would have a good surface to hold the paint.
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I don't exactly know. Since the paint is water-based, drying out inside the bottle is possible. I don't know the shelf-life on the paint. Upon first opening the bottle, there was plenty of liquid along with the glow substance, so if you close the bottle (tighten the cap) well, it should remain usable for quite a while. After applying the paint, the drying time (24-hours recommended) allows the liquid to evaporate and leave only the glow substance remaining. For my purposes, I applied a few thin coats of clear fingernail polish after the paint drying time, to help seal and protect the glow substance from moisture. I hope that helps. I don't exactly know. Since the paint is water-based, drying out inside the bottle is possible. I don't know the shelf-life on the paint. Upon first opening the bottle, there was plenty of liquid along with the glow substance, so if you close the bottle (tighten the cap) well, it should remain usable for quite a while. After applying the paint, the drying time (24-hours recommended) allows the liquid to evaporate and leave only the glow substance remaining. For my purposes, I applied a few thin coats of clear fingernail polish after the paint drying time, to help seal and protect the glow... » Read More I don't exactly know. Since the paint is water-based, drying out inside the bottle is possible. I don't know the shelf-life on the paint. Upon first opening the bottle, there was plenty of liquid along with the glow substance, so if you close the bottle (tighten the cap) well, it should remain usable for quite a while. After applying the paint, the drying time (24-hours recommended) allows the liquid to evaporate and leave only the glow substance remaining. For my purposes, I applied a few thin coats of clear fingernail polish after the paint drying time, to help seal and protect the glow substance from moisture. I hope that helps. « Show Less
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M/S paints are exceptionally good quality paints. Some of them are a bit thick, the high-gloss paints, more so than others. Paints also get thicker as they age. I don't know what the shelf life is on these paints, but I have found that they do tend to thicken to almost a "gel like" substance the older they get. Adding water is okay and does not effect the outcome of your project - as long as it's only a small amount of water. Too much water will make the paints lose some of the gloss effect and will not cover as thoroughly. If the paint is too gel like or too thick already, I would advise buying a new bottle (or set) to insure the best outcome for your project. The paint should Not be 'gel like' brand new. It should be thick but easily useable. A word of caution: Hobby and Craft stores, as well as Paint stores, often put their paints On Sale as they enter the end of their factory recommended shelf life. The paints are still good, but best used right away. Paints are also put On Sale as new colors hit the market and old ones fall out of favor, so not all paint 'on sale' has necessarily reached it 'sell by' date! I hope this info is helpful! C.Dinkins, Madison MS
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Nothing to do, just let it dry for an overnight or 1 day to be sure. on the prep make sure it is dry and maybe you can use the sand paper (included in package) so paint will stick properly, then, clean it dry. It works on me, it looks like new afterwards.
432297
It's best to seal them in an airtight plastic bag. I also add silicon packs to the box. So far, everything has remained dry and it's been over a year.
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I would say it holds up better than most paints...but nothing lasts forever. It will have to be repainted in 2-3 years.
485782
It all depends on how thick the application ends up. Thin paint-like coats only tend to last 6-15 seconds. Thick strings like letters or filling in cavities will last longer. 1-3 minutes. It shrinks alot while drying, too. So multiple applications may be necessary. No better or worse than other glo-crafts.
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I have kept mine for long periods of time - and they are great. . . key seems to be keeping the moisture at bay. I vacuum sealed mine for keeping but probably not necessary if you seal them well and store in a dry place. You will love these little gems. :)
548354
they are pretty sticky, they would likely leave a good deal of evidence behind. Now, on semi gloss or gloss paint they may not be as bad, but I am not sure.