LP Safety Series: Painting Propane

[@johnjaco5544]

I painted mine tank green Almost 30 years ago I've never had a problem

[@triciaskiles]

Thanks for the information. Why is heat a problem? Does it make any difference in the propane inside?

[@countryvisionsco-op7113]

Great question! Excessive heat creates pressure inside the tank, much like heating up water on the stove when you put a lid on the pot. When we have temps that exceed 90 degrees, the heat could warm up the tank and potentially reach 250 psi. The tank has a pressure relief valve on it that will release pressure once the tank exceeds 200-250 psi. You want to avoid that happening, as it can release liquid propane. As noted in the video, the lighter color tank can reflect a 10 degree difference and is beneficial to help avoid the potential pressure release.

[@triciaskiles]

@@countryvisionsco-op7113 thank you!

[@waldotrueb6081]

In January, when you may need a fire.. Be very careful to not over heat your tanks threaded connections on top. As they will slowly leak propane....

[@ridgerunner7980]

during the winter you will need to build a fire under your tank to help it flow