Convert old fridge for paint storage etc.

[duke]

Tired of hauling paint to the house in winter. Figure I could mount an incandescent bulb or a low watt heat lamp. Fridge is in garage 10 steps from the shop. Anyone done this, any thoughts?

 

[Myfordman]

Put two similar power lamps in series. Each will produce 25% of it’s rated power but they will last forever.
I used to use that technique to keep a tool cupboard free from rust.

 

[duke]

Installed a fixture attached to ceiling of the fridge. Using a flood light at present, measured the temp. before turning the lamp on. Will check temp. in an hour.

 

[duke]

Temperature check one hour later. I will install a thermostat.

 

[Sachakins]

I would add some ventilation too.
Gives a chance for any moisture build up to escape rather than cause mold and fester.

 

[duke]

Yes thought this also, the first top hole I drilled could work for ventilation.

 

[duke]

And for venting any gassing off of paints, glues etc. You did get me thinking ! Thanks Sachakins.

 

[JoeS]

Have you had paint freeze before? What does it do to the paint in the longterm?