The Ultimate Size Guide for Paint Mix Cups & Buckets

Written By Alex J

Why Size (and Shape) Impact Finish Quality

Many mix cups on the market are designed primarily as food containers and feature a bottom with ridges and grooves that can easily hinder properly mixing. Our flat bottomed, crystal clear cups eliminate this issue and provide easy viewing regardless of the content.

Quick-Reference Size Chart

Size Typical Job Mix Ratio Room Good To Know
8 oz Stone chips, airbrush blends 2:1 and 4:1 small bands Fits in palm, less cleanup
16 oz Single panel repairs 3:1 clears & small primers Snap-fit lid = no dust
32 oz Quarter-panel, bumpers Any common system Most popular “daily driver”
40 oz Full fender & two-panel blend Extra headroom for reducers Flat bottom = fewer spills
2.5 qt (80 oz) Roofs, hoods Large 4:1:1 mixes Works as mini bucket
5 qt (174 oz) Full resprays & fleets Multi-stage base/clear Handle-friendly bucket
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940QM
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940QM
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$105.00

Engineered for precision and performance, our 40oz Quick Mix Cup features a flat bottom design for maximum stability during mixing and storage. Made from high-quality, impact-resistant polypropylene (PP), this cup delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability for automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

  • Ultra-clear walls for easy, accurate ratio readings

  • Flat bottom ensures steady mixing and reduces tipping

  • High-impact PP construction resists solvents and cracking

  • Printed mix ratios for consistent blends every time

  • Made in the USA for dependable quality and supply chain confidence

  • Perfect for paints, primers, clears, and more

Whether you're mixing basecoat or clearcoat, this cup is built to deliver clean, consistent results—every time.

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9174QM
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9174QM
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$85.00

Engineered for precision and performance, our 5qt Quick Mix Cup features a flat bottom design for maximum stability during mixing and storage. Made from high-quality, impact-resistant polypropylene (PP), this cup delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability for automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

  • Ultra-clear walls for easy, accurate ratio readings

  • Flat bottom ensures steady mixing and reduces tipping

  • High-impact PP construction resists solvents and cracking

  • Printed mix ratios for consistent blends every time

  • Made in the USA for dependable quality and supply chain confidence

  • Perfect for paints, primers, clears, and more

Whether you're mixing basecoat or clearcoat, this cup is built to deliver clean, consistent results—every time.

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916QM
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916QM
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$69.00

Engineered for precision and performance, our 16oz Quick Mix Cup features a flat bottom design for maximum stability during mixing and storage. Made from high-quality, impact-resistant polypropylene (PP), this cup delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability for automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

  • 100 count box

  • Ultra-clear walls for easy, accurate ratio readings

  • Flat bottom ensures steady mixing and reduces tipping

  • High-impact PP construction resists solvents and cracking

  • Printed mix ratios for consistent blends every time

  • Made in the USA for dependable quality and supply chain confidence

  • Perfect for paints, primers, clears, and more

Whether you're mixing basecoat or clearcoat, this cup is built to deliver clean, consistent results—every time.

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980QM
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980QM
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$95.00

Engineered for precision and performance, our 2.5qt Quick Mix Cup features a flat bottom design for maximum stability during mixing and storage. Made from high-quality, impact-resistant polypropylene (PP), this cup delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability for automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

  • 50 count box

  • Ultra-clear walls for easy, accurate ratio readings

  • Flat bottom ensures steady mixing and reduces tipping

  • High-impact PP construction resists solvents and cracking

  • Printed mix ratios for consistent blends every time

  • Made in the USA for dependable quality and supply chain confidence

  • Perfect for paints, primers, clears, and more

Whether you're mixing basecoat or clearcoat, this cup is built to deliver clean, consistent results—every time.

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908QM
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908QM
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$63.00

Engineered for precision and performance, our 8oz Quick Mix Cup features a flat bottom design for maximum stability during mixing and storage. Made from high-quality, impact-resistant polypropylene (PP), this cup delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability for automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

  • Ultra-clear walls for easy, accurate ratio readings

  • Flat bottom ensures steady mixing and reduces tipping

  • High-impact PP construction resists solvents and cracking

  • Printed mix ratios for consistent blends every time

  • Made in the USA for dependable quality and supply chain confidence

  • Perfect for paints, primers, clears, and more

Whether you're mixing basecoat or clearcoat, this cup is built to deliver clean, consistent results—every time.

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932QM
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932QM
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$95.00

Engineered for precision and performance, our 32oz Quick Mix Cup features a flat bottom design for maximum stability during mixing and storage. Made from high-quality, impact-resistant polypropylene (PP), this cup delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability for automotive refinishing and industrial applications.

  • 100 Count Case

  • Ultra-clear walls for easy, accurate ratio readings

  • Flat bottom ensures steady mixing and reduces tipping

  • High-impact PP construction resists solvents and cracking

  • Printed mix ratios for consistent blends every time

  • Made in the USA for dependable quality and supply chain confidence

  • Perfect for paints, primers, clears, and more

Whether you're mixing basecoat or clearcoat, this cup is built to deliver clean, consistent results—every time.

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