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It may or may not be effective. Traditional lacquer is a nitrocellulose-based coating. Thinners for nitrocellulose include acetone and ethanol (drinking alcohol). Most nail polishes are nitrocellulose lacquers, and that's why acetone is used as a nail polish remover.

In general, the rule for thinners is that you need to use the thinner that was originally used to make the coating, or which is sold to be a thinner for the coating. If what's on your brushes isn't lacquer, lacquer thinner may not work as well as a thinner designed for the coating, and it may not work at all.

If you already have lacquer thinner somewhere, or some nail polish remover, why not try a little bit to see if it works?

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What is the difference between lacquer and paint thinner?

Lacquer thinner evaporates quicker. It is cleaner or leaves less of a film than paint thinner. Lacquer thinner will thin most solvent based paint but paint thinner shouldn't be used to thin Lacquer. Lacquer dries from the surface painted out and enammal dries from the surface of the paint down to the surface painted. Using the wrong thinner affects how the paint dries and may affect the final finish.


Can lacquer thinner be used to thin oil based paint?

Lacquer thinner will thin many types of oil based paint, but not all. -Experiment with a little first.


What is lacquer thinners used for?

Used to dilute, dissolve and clean up lacquer products. Typically too caustic for oil paints, lacquer thinner is often used for removing inks on metal, and adhesive residue from a variety of surfaces. Lacquer thinner is very strong and rapidly deteriorates many surfaces and fabrics. Always test in a small inconspicuous area before applying too liberally on a large surface. Hope this helps!


Can lacquer thinner be used with red oxide primmer?

Well, honey, technically you can use lacquer thinner with red oxide primer, but I wouldn't recommend it unless you want a hot mess on your hands. Lacquer thinner is pretty strong stuff and might not play nice with the primer, so proceed with caution and maybe do a test patch first. Just remember, I warned ya!


Is laquer thinner the same as paint thinner?

NO! Laquer Thinner is used in automotive paint as a reducer. & sometimes a solvent. Paint Thinner thins Oil based home paint and used as a cleaning solvent for paint brush cleanup, Wood Stain, etc..... IF MY FALLEN MEMORY SERVES ME RIGHT., NOT LEFT.

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What is the difference between lacquer and paint thinner?

Lacquer thinner evaporates quicker. It is cleaner or leaves less of a film than paint thinner. Lacquer thinner will thin most solvent based paint but paint thinner shouldn't be used to thin Lacquer. Lacquer dries from the surface painted out and enammal dries from the surface of the paint down to the surface painted. Using the wrong thinner affects how the paint dries and may affect the final finish.


Can lacquer thinner be used to thin oil based paint?

Lacquer thinner will thin many types of oil based paint, but not all. -Experiment with a little first.


How do you apply lacquer thinner?

i used clear ttop coat NYC nail polish XD


What is lacquer thinners used for?

Used to dilute, dissolve and clean up lacquer products. Typically too caustic for oil paints, lacquer thinner is often used for removing inks on metal, and adhesive residue from a variety of surfaces. Lacquer thinner is very strong and rapidly deteriorates many surfaces and fabrics. Always test in a small inconspicuous area before applying too liberally on a large surface. Hope this helps!


Can lacquer thinner be used with red oxide primmer?

Well, honey, technically you can use lacquer thinner with red oxide primer, but I wouldn't recommend it unless you want a hot mess on your hands. Lacquer thinner is pretty strong stuff and might not play nice with the primer, so proceed with caution and maybe do a test patch first. Just remember, I warned ya!


Is lacquer thinner a degreaser?

Yes, lacquer thinner can be used as a degreaser. It is a strong solvent that can effectively remove grease, oil, and other substances from surfaces. However, it is important to use it in a well-ventilated area and follow safety precautions due to its strong chemical properties.


Can lacquer thinner be used in a car engine if it is mixed with gasoline?

no it will blow upMy VersionLacquer thinner will damage: Fuel linesFuel PumpInjectorsAnd cause major damage to the inside of the engine


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