Paint Mixer
Home Depot item: Husky 1 Gallon Helix Paint Mixer (Model HM1-HUS, Internet #326144786)
About $7.98 at Home Depot
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Why it's on the list
This tool is not always used daily or even weekly but will be a commonly used tool that you should start out with on day one.
From Home Depot
The Husky 1-Gallon Helix Paint Mixer is a must-have tool for mixing paints and other liquids. It can be used to mix most viscous fluids, paints, coatings, stains, wall texture and adhesives. The patented, heavy-duty mixer has ¼ in. hex shaft to provide a secure connection to fit all 3/8 in. or larger electric drills. The specially designed polypropylene mixing head insures quick and complete mixing throughout the container and allows for easy cleaning. The helix shape reaches corners and the bottom of the can for full mixing and is the fastest mixer of its kind. The helix shape allows the liquid to be uniformly mixed throughout the container. Use a low to moderate speed and make sure not to raise the mixing head above the surface of the liquid, while spinning, to avoid spatter on clean surfaces. Make your painting jobs more convenient and less time intensive with the Husky 1-Gallon Helix Paint Mixer.
- Ideal for 1 gallon cans
- 1/4" hex shaft provides a more secure mount than round ones
- Unique blade shape makes mixing more effective
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Drill attachment for thoroughly mixing paint and coatings. Common uses include stirring settled paint, blending custom colors, and mixing primers. Specialized uses: mixing concrete patches, stirring epoxy coatings, and blending joint compound for consistent texture.