Frozen latex paint problem at the south pole?

Question

I am a professional painter and I have a small problem. I was allotted about 150 gallons of paint for a project. Every gallon of the paint has frozen and there is no way I can just run to to the store and replace it. I am in the middle of Antarctica at the Amundsen Scott Station working on a new cargo facility. Its been frozen and thawed a few times so it is nearly impossible to work with, the fillers, binders and pigment are solid on the bottom. I've tried mixing with several solvents and straining with little luck. To fly the old stuff out and bring new stuff in would cost a lot of money and take a lot of time. Anyone have any ideas?

Answer 1

Sorry, but you're SOL.

Latex paint is a water suspension of emulsified particles.

When you freeze it, you break up those particles.

I don't think you can re-emulsify them.

The chemical 'setting' reation has already taken place.

Answer 2

trying to rejuvenate frozen paint would be like trying to make dry paint wet again. after it freezes it changes chemically and can't be restored. sorry

Answer 3

Your best bet might be to send an email to the paint manufacturer - they would know better than anyone if it's salvageable & what to do if it is.