On Dec 3, 9:07*am, ransley wrote:
On Dec 3, 7:23*am, Ed Mc wrote:

* * * * I purchased a 5gal. bucket of Valspar Duramax exterior paint. I can't
return it because it was color tinted. I wasn't able to sell it when
the weather was nice. Now that the weather has gone to the dogs I'm
afraid I'm stuck with it, hence my question. How long will the paint
remain usable if it just sits in the garage, exposed to the cold
temperatures that come with winter? Thanks for any knowledge.

If it freezes its junk, it is water base. Take it inside.

Freezing breaks emulsions and might also be true for oil based paint.
In any case I would not let it freeze.
Storage time depends on container. Cans may rust out in 5-10 years.
Plastic may be better but you also need to worry about drying in the
container which should be tightly sealed, usually best upside down.