Paint buckets are great fun, but they can be a little tricky to open. The lid often won’t come off, or it comes off and splatters paint everywhere. If you have an older child that is ready for the challenge of a difficult puzzle, then paint bucket lids are the perfect activity for them! No matter what your kid’s age or skill level with puzzles, there is almost always a way to open those pesky lids. Here are the ways to open a paint bucket:

How To Open A Paint Bucket?  

1. Squeeze the bucket

Squeezing the paint bucket is a great way to loosen up the lid. This also helps loosen up the paint inside the bucket and makes it easier to pour out. While you can use your hands to squeeze the bucket, you may want to use a pair of fabric gloves or dishwashing gloves. The paint is likely to be pretty thick and may come out messy.

2. Bend the lid

The first thing you want to do is to bend the lid. This makes it easier to open the bucket and let the paint flow out. You can bend the lid by using your hands, or you can use a pair of pliers. Pliers are a great option if you are working with a child who is younger or has smaller hands.

3. Use a can opener

This may be old school, but it works really well! Simply use a can opener to cut the lid off the paint bucket. You want to be sure that you cut the lid off completely so that no paint spills out.

4. Pull the tab

Some paint buckets have tabs that can be pulled. These tabs are meant to be pulled and can make opening the bucket easier. However, some paint buckets have an extra tab that prevents the lid from coming off. If you have a tab that can be pulled, then you can use your hands to pull it up. If you have an extra tab, then you can use a pair of pliers to remove it.

5. Push the tab

Another way to open the paint bucket is to push the tab down. This should make it easier to open the lid and let the paint flow out. If there is an extra tab, then use a pair of pliers to push it down or remove it completely.

Why You Should Keep Your Paint in a Bucket? 

It’ll save you from having to constantly bend over

Keeping paint in a pail will mean you’ll have to bend down every time you want to dip your brush. This can be especially hard for those who suffer from back pain or have knee issues as bending can put a lot of strain on your joints. Keeping your paint in a bucket will mean you can stay upright and scoop the paint directly with a brush. This can save you from having to bend over and dip your brush multiple times while painting. This is especially useful if you have a big project on your hands and are planning on painting for longer than a day. Keeping paint in a pail means that you have to tip the pail, keeping your hand and arm in an awkward position as you try to get the right amount of paint on your brush and then replace the paint without making a mess. Scooping paint from a bucket is much easier, allowing you to keep your arms in a more natural position.

Your paint will stay fresh for longer

Keeping your paint in a pail can cause your paint to dry out more quickly than if you were to keep it in a bucket. This is because dunking your brush into a pail lifts out a decent amount of paint, which will then sit on your brush while you paint, drying out more quickly. Keeping your paint in a bucket will mean you scoop out the right amount of paint to paint with, not too much that dries out, and not too little that you’re constantly looking for more paint. Keeping your paint in a bucket will also protect it from the elements. If you store your paint outside and keep it in a pail, it may be exposed to elements like moisture, dust, and insects. Keeping your paint in a bucket will solve this problem as buckets can be sealed shut to keep the paint protected from the elements.

You can see how much paint you have left with a glance

Let’s say you’re having a painting party and everyone is bringing their own paint. You’ll likely be keeping your paint in a pail. Scooping and pouring the right amount of paint into a pail is not an exact science, and you don’t want anyone to have to keep checking the amount they have left. Keeping your paint in a bucket will enable you to see how much paint each person has left, whether they have topped up or are running low. This will ensure that nobody is left with too little paint to finish their project, and nobody is left with too much paint. Keeping your paint in a pail means you’ll have to keep checking the amount they have left, removing the lid each time to see how much paint is left in the pail. If you’re keeping your paint outside, you may also have to contend with critters like flies and mosquitoes getting into the paint. Keeping your paint in a sealed bucket will avoid this problem.

You won’t accidentally breathe in the fumes

Whether you’re painting indoors or outdoors, paint fumes can build up in the pail, making it difficult to breathe. Keeping your paint in a bucket will avoid this problem as you won’t have to dip a brush into the paint, releasing fumes, as you’re only scooping out the paint. Keeping your paint in a pail means you’ll have to stir your paint occasionally to help it dry properly. Stirring the paint means releasing more paint fumes, making the situation worse. Keeping your paint in a bucket will keep you safer as you won’t have to stir the paint and release more fumes.

You’ll be less likely to make a mess

Keeping your paint in a pail can lead to a messy situation. Let’s say you kept your paint in a pail while you were painting indoors. You reach for the paint and accidentally knock the pail over. Your paints will then be all over the floor or table. Keeping your paint in a bucket will avoid this problem. It’s harder for a bucket to be knocked over, and the paint will stay contained. If the bucket does happen to tip over, the paint will be contained in the bucket rather than being all over the floor. Keeping your paint in a pail may also lead to a messy situation if you spill paint from your brush while you’re painting. Your pail will collect this paint, meaning you’ll have to clean it out before you store your paint again. Keeping your paint in a bucket will avoid this problem as the excess paint will fall back into the bucket.

Tips To Open A Paint Bucket

• If you’ve got an old paint bucket and you need to open the lid, it’s a good idea to wear gloves or use a tool. This will protect your hands from any sort of chemicals that might be inside the bucket.

• If you’ve got a screwdriver, make sure that it is small enough that it won’t break the screw.

• You may want to use two hands when opening the lid because there will be some pressure inside the bucket when you open it. The lid isn’t designed to hold pressure for long, so you want to release as much as possible as soon as possible after opening it. If you don’t release all of the pressure quickly, some paint might spill out into your workspace. That would be bad!

• You may want to use the lid that came with your paint bucket. If you don’t, then you should consider buying a new one because the lid is very important. It’s important to make sure that the lid is made of sturdy plastic or metal so that it can hold up to pressure for a long time. If the lid doesn’t hold up well, then you may have some problems with paint spilling out when you do finally open the lid.

• If you need to buy a new paint bucket, make sure that it has a screw-on lid. The screw-on lids are designed to be opened without the help of tools and they are also much sturdier than winged lids. The screw-on lids will also stay on better than winged lids so they won’t fly off in your face when you open them and try to get at your paint!

Conclusion

Paint buckets are a great way to introduce your child to the concept of painting. The buckets are easy to clean up and store away, making them a great choice for a wide range of activities. Whether your child is using paint as an art project, for a science experiment, or just for fun, paint buckets are a great choice. They come in various shapes and sizes and are a great way to let your child explore their creativity.