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Turpentine dissolved container I used to clean decorating brushes what should I use?
Turpentine shouldn't disolve the container, but maybe you had a little laquer thinner, toluene or acetone in the mix? If any of those are in the solvent, you can't use plastic. You will need to use either a metal or glass container. If it's just mineral spirits or turpentine, most plastic containers should be ok.
There are plastic bottles which are specially made to be resistant to turpentine and mineral spirits for artists who paint. You can find them at
http://kinsandco.com/Products/Art/ArtistsBottle.shtml
What else can I help you with?
What can you use instead of turpentine?
You can use mineral spirits or citrus-based solvents as alternatives to turpentine for cleaning brushes, thinning paint, or dissolving glazes. These alternatives are less toxic and have a milder odor compared to turpentine.
How do you use turpintine in a sentence?
I accidentally spilled turpentine on my painting, causing the colors to smudge. The painter used turpentine to thin the oil paint and create a transparent glaze effect. The strong smell of turpentine lingered in the art studio after cleaning the brushes.
What is synthetic turpentine?
Synthetic turpentine is a petroleum-based alternative to natural turpentine, which is derived from pine trees. It is commonly used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, and other coating materials to thin them out and clean brushes. Synthetic turpentine has a similar odor and properties to natural turpentine but is more stable and less likely to yellow over time.
What is the difference between mineral turpentine and turpentine essence?
Mineral turpentine is a petroleum-based solvent used for thinning oil-based paints and cleaning brushes, while turpentine essence is a natural solvent extracted from pine trees and commonly used in painting and as a solvent in varnishes. Turpentine essence has a stronger odor and may be more irritating to the skin compared to mineral turpentine.
Does the Container Store carry stainless steel toilet brushes?
After doing some looking around on the Container Stores website, they do actually sell stainless steel toilet brushes, that come with the container to hold them in.
What are some of the uses for turpentine oil?
Turpentine has many uses. Primarily it is used to clean out paint brushes. It is frequently used as a solvent and also as a paint thinner. It can be used to clean up grease as well.
Oil based paint cleaners?
Mineral spirits or turpentine (oid). Use the first. You can get an odorless product. This suggestion is for your brushes.
When would turpentine or paint thinner not be used to clean paint brushes?
When The Paint Is Not Oil Based. example: Latex Paint!
What do painters use to clean there brushes?
Early on, straight water was used. Later, turpentine and specialty brush cleaners were developed.
Why a painter removes paint with turpentine?
A painter may use turpentine to remove paint because it is a solvent that can break down and dissolve dried paint, making it easier to remove from surfaces or brushes. Turpentine can help clean up mistakes, spills, or excess paint during the painting process.
Why painter use turpentine instead of water?
Painters use turpentine instead of water because it is a solvent that effectively thins oil-based paints and enhances their flow and drying time. Turpentine helps to dissolve the oils in the paint, allowing for smoother application and blending. Unlike water, which can cause oil paints to separate and clump, turpentine maintains the integrity of the paint while facilitating cleanup of brushes and tools.
Why do you use turpentine to clean your paint brushes?
Here are a couple of sites that can explain the "Why's & How-to's":Turpentine is only used to break down the paint on thebrush prior to washing with a suitable soap such as an ecological dishwashingliquid.* http://www.greenspec.co.uk/productpdf/volvoxturps1.pdf* http://painting.about.com/cs/paintingknowhow/ht/Howto_Brushcare.htm* http://emptyeasel.com/2007/01/26/how-to-clean-your-paint-brushes-after-oil-painting/
