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Latex paint frozen in the can, should not be used. Freezing damages the paint, making it unusable. Once latex paint is applied to a surface, freezing will not harm it.

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15y ago

Usually, yes, it will be ruined. Best to store it inside.

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All latex paint labels emphasize the instructions, "keep from freezing." Latex paint is water-based paint that will freeze at 32 degrees F.

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12y ago

It's in a large heavy lump in the bottom of the can and it won't stir.

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If is stands too long it has a terrible odor; quite bad to be exact....

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Yes. -You may as well fling it out now.

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