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Rust Remover

Rust Remover

Cuts through and dissolves rust from metal surfaces to form a metal shield that can be painted. In jellied form, it clings well to vertical...

 
Toluene

Toluene

High solvency thinner for oil based paint, lacquers, varnish and adhesives. Also used to thin certain primers and topcoats. Soluble in...

 
Turpentine

Turpentine

Has greater solvency than mineral spirits, causing it to work more quickly. It also has a stronger odor and contains a small amount of...

 
Wallpaper Removers

Wallpaper Removers

A liquid spray-on solution that uses enzymes to break down the paste and destroy its adhesive strength. Also available in a water-based gel...

 
Xylol

Xylol (Xylene)

Medium evaporating, clear, colorless aromatic hydrocarbon solvent for thinning varnishes and...

 
 
 


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