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Why can't water wash paint of which has titanium dioxide but white spirit can?

because the water has titanium dioxide in it so white spirit contains alcohol which is different than water

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Contrary to popular belief, white spirit does not remove hardened paint. It will only thin paint in the tin and is commonly used for cleaning paint brushes.

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In the US, "white spirit" is better known as mineral spirits, Stoddard Solvent, paint thinner, parts cleaner, or Varsol. It is a general-purpose petroleum solvent with about a million uses.

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White spirit is a good solvent for organic substances.

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Yes, white spirit dissolve paints.

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Is isopropyl alcohol the same as surgical spirit?

No. White spirit is a turpentine substitute used for thinning paint or cleaning paint brushes or rollers. Surgical spirit is a mixture of ethanol, methanol (to make it undrinkable) and sometimes oil of wintergreen or methyl salicylate. On a similar note, methylated spirit is similar to surgical spirit but contains pyridine as well as methanol and a purple dye to make it undrinkable. It is used as a cleaner and a fuel.


Vodka is referred to as a white spirit?

White spirit can mean a couple of different things. It's a group name for clear, transparent alcohols for human consumption. Vodka, Gin, Rum etc. It's also a solvent used for diluting Paints and cleaning stuff.


What things do you use white spirit for?

you can try peroxide instead of rubbing alcohol, it doesnt sting as much. Natural options would be tea tree oil and witch hazel. They act as an anti-fungal.


What is the chemical name for white spirits?

White Spirits is simply dry cleaning fluid (sometimes called Murlex). Murlex can be purchased in Australia at any pharmacy. If the pharmacy does not stock the product, the pharmacist can order it from the Sigma or API pharmacy wholesaler. It can also be purchased from Bunnings hardware stores. If they do not stock the product, it can be ordered from the Sales Force Wholesaler.


Can i use surgical spirits in a spirit lamp?

No, surgical spirits should not be used in a spirit lamp. Surgical spirits are typically used for disinfection, cleaning, and sterilization purposes and are not meant to be used as a fuel source in a spirit lamp. Instead, the appropriate fuel sources for a spirit lamp are denatured alcohol or methylated spirits.

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What colors can be used to represent the fruits of the spirit?

White or a pale blue.


What is the scientific name for white spirit?

The scientific name for white spirit is Stoddard solvent, which is a type of petroleum distillate commonly used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, and cleaning products.


Is white spirit a solvent?

Yes, white spirit is a solvent.


Why is white spirit in the engine?

What are your referring to? Never heard of White Spirit.


Flow process to produce white spirit?

First crude oil is used to fuse and fire. Then hydrod sulfurization to hydrod generation is generated. Catalytic reforming settles into white spirit.


Is white spirit flammable?

I assume you mean the white spirit used in dry cleaning, not clear alcoholic spirits. It is said to be less flammable than turpentine, but yes, it is still flammable.


What bird is used as a sign of peace?

The dove. Specifically , a white dove. It is also a symbol of the Holy Spirit.


Can lacquer thinner be used with red oxide primmer?

White spirit as its oil based


Why does white spirit take off paint?

White spirit takes off some enamels and alkyds.


What does Anysha mean?

Anysha means white spirit or full spirit


Is isopropyl alcohol the same as surgical spirit?

No. White spirit is a turpentine substitute used for thinning paint or cleaning paint brushes or rollers. Surgical spirit is a mixture of ethanol, methanol (to make it undrinkable) and sometimes oil of wintergreen or methyl salicylate. On a similar note, methylated spirit is similar to surgical spirit but contains pyridine as well as methanol and a purple dye to make it undrinkable. It is used as a cleaner and a fuel.


What colour is a spirit bear?

white