Paint Bubbles in emulsion

Hi, will bubbles form in silk emulsion if it is left in the roller tray for days on end?

Asked by Ben on 2nd May 2024
Expert Trade Answers
"If you leave any type of paint in an open container it will dry up,so always return unused paint back to tin and replace lid."
Answered on 7th May 2024 - Member since Nov 2023 - report
"Bubbles will normally for for different other reasons, but certainly not that one."
Answered on 13th May 2024 - Member since Sep 2023 - report
"Hi Ben,
As long as you put the tray in a plastic bag and seal it that should be ok? Same with brushes and rollers put in plastic bags and seal
Regards
Roger"
Answered on 2nd May 2024 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"Hi Ben, if you cover the tray and sealed with masking tape so it won't get air inside, should be ok. But i wouldn't leave it in a tray."
Answered on 2nd May 2024 - Member since Dec 2023 - report
"No if you leave the tray in a plastic bag your be alright for the nexted day"
Answered on 2nd May 2024 - Member since Jul 2022 - report
"Depending on the quantity, small residues may be formed."
Answered on 10th May 2024 - Member since May 2024 - report
"Yes it will as silk emulsion can't be left in roller tray"
Answered on 3rd May 2024 - Member since Sep 2022 - report
"Yes they will due to air getting in the gapes and forming the bubble"
Answered on 12th May 2024 - Member since May 2024 - report
"Hi Ben. Silk is a terrible paint to work with and is really best suited to very high traffic areas such as schools. Switch to eggshell if you really want a shine. It's just as durable and washable. Better finish too.
Best thing to do with Silk is to just put it back in the tin after use and seal it. Takes a few seconds and you won't need to worry about bubbles. Put the brush and rollers onto a freezer bag and seal or cling film and you will be ready to go in the next day."
Answered on 5th May 2024 - Member since Jun 2022 - report
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