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White Spirits, also known as mineral turps, is a versatile and widely-used solvent in the Australian trades and construction industry. Its milder formulation makes it an ideal choice for cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces, as well as thinning certain paints and coatings.
What are white spirits used for?
Cleaning compatible oil-based paint and coating residue and thinning products that specifically permit white spirits.
Can they be used as a thinner for any paint?
No. Follow the paint or coating manufacturer's instructions.
Should sensitive surfaces be tested first?
Yes. Solvents can affect plastics, coatings and other finishes.
Are white spirits flammable?
Yes. Follow the current SDS and keep them away from ignition sources.
General-purpose hydrocarbon solvent for trade cleaning and thinning compatible oil-based paints and coatings.
Suitable for cleaning brushes, rollers, tools and equipment carrying compatible uncured oil-based residue.
Milder solvency than stronger aromatic cleaners makes it useful for routine workshop clean-up where the surface is compatible.
For cleaning, apply a small amount to a suitable cloth, brush-cleaning vessel or tool.
Work the uncured compatible residue until it is released.
For thinning, add only the amount permitted by the paint or coating manufacturer and mix thoroughly.
Allow cleaned surfaces and tools to dry before subsequent use.
Close the container promptly after use.
Use as a thinner only where the paint or coating manufacturer permits white spirits.
Test plastics, coatings and sensitive finishes before general cleaning.
Flammable liquid. Keep away from heat, sparks and ignition sources.
Use with adequate ventilation and follow the current SDS for handling and PPE.
Allow cleaned bonding or coating surfaces to dry fully before the next process.
- Brushes, rollers and metal tools carrying compatible oil-based coatings.
- Compatible hard non-porous surfaces after a spot test.
- Trade equipment requiring solvent clean-up where white spirits are permitted.