The reason for my flippant response was I used to be a mix your own guy
myself. Once I started using the Bulls Eye from HD, I never looked
back. HD wouldn't keep it on the shelf if it sat there for 6 months,
they wouldn't carry it, and some locations don't.

They (Zinser) claim they have a longer shelf life due to specific
additives or processes. The longest I've kept 1/2 a can was a year and
it was fine when I used it again. I've been through probably 10 gallon
cans and have never had a bad experience with it. While mixing my own
was about a 50/50 proposition.

My point was, mixing is a hassle. I know it seems kinda cool and is
convenient. But I haven't found it to be a better solution then
grabbing a quart from HD...personally

BW