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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.....
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agono. paint thinner is the same as mineral spitits - it comes from oil refining just like gasoline. Turpentine is a distilled pine tree product (there are artificial versions).
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Can you paint over latex paint with alkyd lacquer paint that is for concrete floors?
I wouldn't recommend it. Some of the chemicals in the alkyd will dissolve the latex and the alkyd won't "stick". It's best to remove the latex using laquer thinner or xylene first.
Is paint thinner a colloid?
paint thinner is basically paint thinner
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 you use paint thinner to remove paint from wood trim?
Yes you can use paint thinner to remove the paint on the wood. 2nd Answer: No, paint thinner will not remove paint from anything. Most paint is now water-based, anyway. Paint thinner does just what the names says: It thins oil based paint if the paint is too thick for some reason.
Can you use gas with tremclad paint as a thinner?
No, it won't work. Use regular paint thinner.
House paint on exterior of car. paint has dried. how can it be removed without damaging paint on car?
wipe off with laquer thinner
Can you paint over latex paint with alkyd lacquer paint that is for concrete floors?
I wouldn't recommend it. Some of the chemicals in the alkyd will dissolve the latex and the alkyd won't "stick". It's best to remove the latex using laquer thinner or xylene first.
How do you remove glue residue left after removing vinyl top?
Laquer thinner .
Is paint thinner a colloid?
paint thinner is basically paint thinner
What is the best carburetor cleaner?
I've heard laquer thinner or acetone works good
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 you use paint thinner to remove paint from wood trim?
Yes you can use paint thinner to remove the paint on the wood. 2nd Answer: No, paint thinner will not remove paint from anything. Most paint is now water-based, anyway. Paint thinner does just what the names says: It thins oil based paint if the paint is too thick for some reason.
Why does the oil based paint dissolve in paint thinner but not in water?
Because paint thinner is also oil based and water is not.
Can you use gas with tremclad paint as a thinner?
No, it won't work. Use regular paint thinner.
What is the use of paint tinner?
You must be referring to 'paint thinner' -it's used to make the paint thinner, strange as that may sound.
How do you get spray paint off a leather jacket?
It depends on the type of paint. Some will just peel off, other types may require a little persuasion. You can probably use acetone or laquer thinner for most paints, but as with all strong chemicals, test it in an inconspicuous place. If necessary, take it to a drycleaners that specializes in leather.
How do you get dry latex paint out of leather?
Let the paint dry, use your fingernail to gently roll back the edge and peel it up.
