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mineral spirits or paint thinner

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
got a dumb question, What is the difference between mineral spirits and paint thinner
 
#4 ·
Mineral spirits is what the stuff comprises - or is made of. Petroleum distillates in this case.

Paint thinner is a description of what the product actually does. Function . It could be comprised (made of) lots of stuff, mineral spirits being the most popular one. But, it doesn't have to be made form mineral spirits.
 
#5 ·
100% Mineral Spirits should be used as a thinner if you care about the finish you are applying.
the stronger the odor = the higher quality, IMO.
same with Pure Gum Turpentine.
some states have banned certain products - so it is up to the user to determine what "substitute" is best for them.

this should NOT be used as an acceptable substitute for Mineral Spirits Paint Thinner.
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#8 ·
+1 Best paint thinner is 100% Stoddard solvent.

Read the SDS or MSDS.
Most "mineral spirits" are blend of solvents. The content varies based on local EPA laws.

The odorless stuff should not be called mineral spirits. Many of the retail blends only 1/3-1/2 petroleum solvent (hydro treated kerosene AKA Jet fuel) and rest is water.

Beware of solvents in Peoples Republic of Kalifornia especially the stuff for SCAQMD.
SCAQMD consumers are not allowed to buy any good solvents. Their version of paint thinner contains mostly acetone.

YMMV
 
#11 ·
They deliver right to your door no additives best price ive found
 
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