Shelf life of Laminall?

[Framar]

I dragged out my old quart of Laminall today and when I opened it up, it no longer smelled like Laminall. Does that mean it is past its "best by" date? Seems really watery and when I did a test of it, no sticking at all.

I have had this for many years - it does not smell foul (like some PVAs past their prime) - no odor at all. I cannot recall the last time I used it but it worked fine, whenever that was.

I am sure it has never frozen, does this stuff just die of old age?

 

[Jeff Rodier]

Should be good for 3 years to 5 or more . I buy cases of gallon jugs but never dilute it since I just shake it well and tip the jug to roll it out.

Is it still bright white and milky? Did you dilute it as specified on the container?

 

[Framar]

This quart must be over 20 years old - and I used it for a good 15 years or more, never realized it had to be diluted. It is like skim milk now - all of the lam is gone!

 

[Jeff Rodier]

Most likely it wouldn't have lasted as long if diluted. Only 4 ounces of water per quart and it won't stay fresh for 20 years.