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Why do many paints need mixing before use?

Heavy parts settle to the bottom.

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  1. Heavy parts settle to the bottom ✔
  2. The color fades in the can
  3. The lid lets in air

Why: Paints tend to separate when stored, with heavier components settling, so they require mixing before use.

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Answer: Heavy parts settle to the bottom. Paints tend to separate when stored, with heavier components settling, so they require mixing before use.

  1. Paint en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paint
    Many paints tend to separate when stored, the heavier components settling to the bottom, and require mixing before use.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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