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Thinning Rubber Cement

To thin rubber cement, use ... rubber cement thinner! The brand I use is called Bestine, but most any brand will work, comes in a small tin, available at office supply stores (usually) and art supply stores (always). I usually use two parts thinner to one part cement, just pour the thinner into the cement container (you might have to pour off some of the rubber cement) and mix well. If you leave the cement container lid off for a long time, you may need to add more thinner as it is very volatile. I thin the cement down so that it flows more smoothly and spreads out nicely - but with the thinned stuff you do need to make two coats, letting dry between. Also, DON'T use the thinner around any fires, cigarettes, etc., as it is extremely flammable!!! And use good ventilation as the fumes are not good for you.

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Thinning Rubber CementTo thin rubber cement, use ... rubber cement thinner! The brand I use is called Bestine, but most any brand will work, comes in a small tin, available at office supply stores (usually) and art supply stores (always). I usually use two parts thinner to one part cement, just pour the thinner into the cement container (you might have to pour off some of the rubber cement) and mix well. If you leave the cement container lid off for a long time, you may need to add more thinner as it is very volatile. I thin the cement down so that it flows more smoothly and spreads out nicely - but with the thinned stuff you do need to make two coats, letting dry between. Also, DON'T use the thinner around any fires, cigarettes, etc., as it is extremely flammable!!! And use good ventilation as the fumes are not good for you.


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