Acrylic colour stays wet fine in a jam jar with a little water added or in a sealed plastic container with a wet sponge inside. But oil colour will dry if even a little air is in the container, tins of artists’ oil colour often have a thick skin of dried paint inside. So putting oil paint in tubes makes sense because you need to keep all the air out.
As artists, the creation of a perfect oil painting (acrylic colors) is an art in itself, a precious concoction that adds life to our canvas. However, it’s not always possible to utilize all of our mixed oil paints in a single session. So, how do we store and maintain our paints to ensure they retain their quality for future use? How to crimp the paint container and use the last oils drop?
Artists may find the right container to keep your own oil colors, but how to use the last drop of oil paint? It is important and interesting question too. Today, we will introduce it.
The Art of Crimping: Why it Matters?
Crimping isn’t merely folding or squeezing the bottom of a tube. It is a delicate process requiring careful and systematic application to ensure every precious drop of paint is utilized. It preserves the structural integrity of the paint tube, extends the life of the paint, and promotes efficient use of art resources. So the tube rollers are important in all the paint tubes, no matter big or small tubes.
The Role of Aluminum Paint Tube Extruders in Crimping
There are great tool for crimping soft aluminum tubes. The advent of Aluminum Paint Tube Extruders has transformed the art of crimping. These handy tools allow the artist to extract the maximum amount of paint without damaging the tube, ensuring no wastage and efficient use of supplies, easily saves.
How many types of crimp tools for aluminum collapsible tubes?
There are two popular kinds of crimp for aluminum paint tubes.
Turn Key ( Flexible tube roller)
Aluminum tubes are so soft that can be squeezed. So we can use turn key at the end of the tube to squeeze. The turn key is a simple light tool made from aluminum alloy. It is easy to use by hand once you see it. It can be used several times on different tubes.
Product Name: Paste Squeezer, Metal Squeezer
Product Specifications: 8.4*3.7cm
Product Weight: 0.027kg per piece
Product Material: Stainless Steel
Scope of Use: The squeezer is suitable for: jam, toothpaste, ointment, shoe polish, hair conditioner, hand cream, hair dye, facial mask, watercolor, gouache, oil paint, and other soft tube paste-like items. Easy to use, it can fully utilize up to the last drop, avoiding waste.
This versatile roller squeezer is a professional tool for squeezing paint, ointment, hand cream, and used as a toothpaste and hair dye squeezer. It’s an ideal metal squeezer for salon supplies and hand cream squeezing.
Aluminum Paint Tube Extruders (tube wringer)
The aluminium paint tube extruder is a useful tool for the artist’s studio, it lets you get the last bit of paint from your tubes. There are many types, can be black or silver, see photos below. You would just be aware when squeezing out paint to use, you should squeeze towards the cap end and twist well. The paint tube extruder works well to get the last drop of oil.
This squeezer is simple, lightweight, and compact, suitable for paste-like items in soft tubes such as hair dye, toothpaste, paint, hair conditioner, facial cleanser, hand cream, face mask, ointment, shoe polish, and others. The design is sleek, comfortable to hold, and easy to use. Just gently turn the squeezer handle and you can fully utilize up to the last drop, avoiding waste.
Dimensions: 12CM length * 10.5CM height
Weight: Approximately 0.19kg per piece
Material: Aluminum (body) + Iron (handle)
Surface treatment: Natural or black oxidation (body) + Nickel plating (handle)
This squeezer is in stock and available for sale, with better prices for bulk purchases.
This squeezer comes in two colors: black and silver. Both black and silver are available with large and small handles.
Packaging: Available with or without blister card packaging
Both turn key or tube extruders aren’t only used for paint tubes, but also all household tube items, like toothpaste, cosmetics hand cream, facial cream any products filled in aluminum collapsible tubes. The minimum quantity for both products is 1pc at a very lower cost.
How to crimp an aluminum paint tube? Using an Aluminum Paint Tube Extruder.
Here is the Step-By-Step Guide to Crimping Aluminum Paint Tubes
Let’s delve into the detailed process of using a tube extruder to crimp an aluminum paint tube:
- Setup: Ensure your paint tube is laid on a flat surface with the paint settled at the bottom.
- Extruder Insertion: Position the bottom end of the paint tube into the slot of the Aluminum Paint Tube Extruder.
- Initiating Crimping: Gently start turning the extruder’s handle. As you do, you’ll notice the tube begins to crimp, pushing the paint upwards.
- Continued Crimping: Continue this process, allowing the crimp to progress towards the cap of the tube.
- Finalizing Crimping: Stop when you’ve crimped up to the top of the tube, or when no more paint is coming out.
Crimping Techniques: Flat and Wavy
There are two primary crimping techniques used by artists – the flat crimp and the wave crimp:
Flat Crimp: This straightforward method involves folding the tube evenly across, leading to a flat crimp. This method extracts most of the paint and is suitable for everyday use.
Wave Crimp: This technique involves creating a wave-like pattern while crimping the tube. Although a bit more complex, the wave crimp allows even better paint extraction and is often preferred by professional artists.
Maintenance of Your Aluminum Paint Tube Extruder
Maintaining your extruder is an integral part of the crimping process. Here’s how you can take care of your tool:
- Regular Cleaning: Always clean your extruder after each use to prevent any build-up of paint residue.
- Lubrication: Keep the moving parts of your extruder well-lubricated to ensure its smooth operation.
- Proper Storage: Store your extruder in a dry place to protect it from potential rust and corrosion.
The Art of Crimping and Efficient Paint Use
Learning to crimp your aluminum paint tubes effectively using an Aluminum Paint Tube Extruder can significantly enhance your painting experience. It ensures optimal paint usage, longer lifespan for your paint tubes, and reflects your dedication to your craft. True artistry lies in creating masterpieces while conserving and respecting your resources. Remember, every drop of color holds the potential to bring your canvas to life, making the crimping process an art form in itself.
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