Dave Stott -- Unfortunately for you your question has not reached Eric Stromer. It has been re-directed to Yedda.com; a community based website sharing knowledge with other Yeddai. But, I do appreciate your experience. It is unlike any other. You may want to try again to contact Eric Stromer regarding your lid/Stir paint tool as I'm sure he would be interested. Good luck with it and your future endeavors.