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Linseed oil is just that, oil. Mineral spirits are alcohol based and would cause a different reaction if you used it in oil paints. The paint would break down or never dry.
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What is a another name for paint thinner?
Mineral Spirits
does mineral spirits remove glue?
Mineral spirits removes SOME glues. -Many glues have different compositions and it is ESSENTIAL to state which glue when asking this type of question.
What are the ingredients in mineral spirits?
Ethanol mainly with methanol, water and bitterants and traces of dye sometime.
Can you wash rags that were used with mineral spirits?
Probably not a good idea to wash them, but since mineral spirits are volatile and evaporate quickly, hang them outside away from anything that could burn and let the spirits evaporate off before washing them.
What is similar to mineral spirits?
Paint thinner is a product that is similar to mineral spirits. Turpentine is another similar product. All three work to remove paint and help clean up after painting.
Which is the best oil for teak?
Usually a mix of Tung Oil and Boiled Linseed Oil with mineral spirits to thin.
What is the difference between standard spirits and premium spirits?
Premium spirits are more expensive.
How many pounds in a gallon of mineral spirits?
There are 6.33 pounds in a gallon of Mineral Spirits
Can linseed oil be used to seal concrete?
Linseed oil is a traditional PRESERVATIVE and has been used for centuries for concrete, masonry, wood and metal. You would mix it 1 parts linseed to 2 parts turpentine (not mineral spirits), but the mixture would vary. You want to used boiled linseed oil, not raw linseed oil (check the label). Note this is not a SEALANT but a preservative- if you are doing your garage or basement floor, try something else! Also be careful- the tools and rags you use can spontaneously combust (i.e.: burst into flame, no kidding!) when being used with linseed oil. Check the Wikipedia page for details under "Linseed Oil"
Does mineral spirits damage hair?
Mineral spirits is a parts cleaner/paint thinner. Do not apply mineral spirits to your hair. Your hair will be very dry and very brittle.
Is mineral spirits conductive?
NO
Can you use mineral spirits to clean skateboard bearings?
Yes it is possible to use mineral spirits, but there are safer and more effective ways. After soaking the bearings in mineral spirits, then rinse them with 99% isopropyl alcohol and dry.
What is the substance that dissolves in thinner?
It is the solute. "Thinner" usually means mineral spirits, and a LOT of things will dissolve in mineral spirits.
Bacardi breezer has spirits or alcohol?
there is a difference between alcohol and spirit which can be understand by pharmaceutical bacardi breezer has spirits
Will mineral spirits damage glass?
No.
Can you wash polyurethane off your hands with mineral spirits?
Yes, and then wash the mineral spirits off your hands with soap and warm water.
Define mineral spirits?
Mineral spirits is a colorless liquid that is made from petroleum. It is commonly used as a paint thinner and sometimes as a solvent.
