A specific question re: storage of solvents: Is it risky to store them in a shed that is not insulated and may get cold (25 degrees maybe) and extremely humid?? We’re considering moving the cans of paint thinner, mineral spirits, acetone, etc., to the garden shed to free up room in the shop. Not sure whether it’s a good idea..
forestgirl — you can take the girl out of the forest, but you can’t take the forest out of the girl 😉
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The humidity is likely to cause cans to rust and leak (been there, done that). Cold shouldn't do any harm except that some may thicken while cold and need to be thawed out prior to use. No experience here because +2 deg C is considered to be bitterly cold where I live.
Suggestion: Can you place the cans in plastic boxes which can be sealed against humidity?
Can you find an old dead fridge or freezer to keep them in? You can add some dessicant to keep the cans dry, I don't know of any solvents being harmed by low temps.
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We have a couple of old, dead cars here, but no old, dead freezers, LOL! The garden shed isn't big enough anyway. I could put them in a small cabinet with some dessicant packs inside, just have to remember to swap them out once in awhile.
I'm not a big fan of doing this, so will see how much Nick's wanting to.forestgirl -- you can take the girl out of the forest, but you can't take the forest out of the girl ;-)
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