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Diggers AcetoneVendor:DiggersFast-drying solvent for cleaning PVC pipe, fibreglass tools and difficult adhesive, resin and wax residue.
- From $22.17
- From $22.17
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Adheseal IPA CleanerVendor:
Use Adheseal IPA Cleaner for critical surface preparation, removing oils, grime, and fluxes without leaving residue. This ensures sealants and adhesives achieve maximum bond strength and cure correctly across a wide range of surfaces.- From $17.50
- From $17.50
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Adheseal Mineral TurpentineVendor:
Mineral turpentine for cleaning oil-based paints off brushes and degreasing tools and machinery.
- $138.33
- $138.33
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Diggers Mineral Turpentine (Low Odour)Vendor:DiggersUse Diggers Mineral Turpentine (Low Odour) to thin oil-based paint and clean brushes and equipment. Its low-aromatic formula cuts odour and dissolves oil, grease, wax, and silicone with no residue on drying.
- $15.04
- $15.04
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Adheseal Methylated Spirits 95%Vendor:
Use Adheseal Methylated Spirits 95% for reliable cleaning, surface prep, and thinning specific adhesives on non-sensitive surfaces. This highly flammable and toxic liquid requires strict safety measures and prior surface testing to prevent damage or hazard.
- $146.73
- $146.73
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Adheseal Toluene SolventVendor:
Strong solvent for removing spray contact adhesives and polyurethane sealants. Highly flammable: ventilate and keep ignition away.
- From $17.50
- From $17.50
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Adheseal White SpiritsVendor:
White Spirits, also known as mineral turps, is a versatile and widely-used solvent in the Australian trades and construction industry
- $122.33
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Diggers XyleneVendor:DiggersSpecialty solvent for thinning and stripping solvent based acrylic sealers and removing grease, oil and dirt.
- From $31.67
- From $31.67
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Megapoxy ThinnersVendor:
Solvent blend for thinning Megapoxy epoxy products to application viscosity. Highly flammable: follow safety precautions.- $221.95
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are cleaners and thinners used for in caulking?
Solvents and thinners can prepare compatible surfaces, remove uncured residue, clean tools or thin products where the manufacturer expressly permits it. Their use is product-specific. Check the sealant technical data before applying a solvent to a substrate, coating, primer or uncured bead.
Can I use acetone for surface preparation?
Acetone is a fast-evaporating cleaning solvent used for some PVC preparation, adhesive residue and tool-cleaning tasks. It can damage plastics, coatings and finished surfaces, so confirm compatibility first.
Are White Spirits and Toluene interchangeable?
No. White Spirits and Toluene have different solvent properties and may affect substrates, coatings and sealant chemistries differently. Use the exact cleaner or thinner named in the manufacturer’s technical data. Never substitute a solvent based only on a similar-sounding use or product name.
Can thinners be added to sealant?
Only when the product manufacturer explicitly allows it. Adding solvent can change viscosity, cure, movement performance, adhesion and emissions. Most ready-to-use sealants should not be thinned. Use a product supplied in the correct consistency instead of modifying the formulation without written technical guidance.
What safety precautions apply?
Read the current safety data sheet, provide ventilation, wear the specified protective equipment and keep solvents away from heat, sparks and flames. Store containers closed and dispose of solvent-contaminated materials correctly. Confirm the product is legal and suitable for the workplace before use.