Thinners and Degreasers
In the Thinners & Degreasers category you’ll find solvents and cleaning agents designed to adjust paint and lacquer viscosity and to remove grease and contaminants from surfaces before painting. The range includes silicone remover, universal thinner, acrylic thinner and nitro thinner.
Why are thinners and degreasers important in refinishing?
Correct thinning ensures the right viscosity for smooth spraying and even coating, while degreasing removes oils and contaminants from surfaces, improving adhesion and finish quality. This category contains products that support both thinning and surface cleaning tasks essential to a quality refinishing process.
Available product types
Silicone remover
- removes oil and silicone residues
- fast-evaporating
- prepares a clean surface before painting
Universal thinner
- general solvent for thinning paints and lacquers
- medium evaporation rate
- versatile across paint systems
Acrylic thinner
- optimized for acrylic-based paints
- promotes smooth application
- controlled evaporation
Nitro thinner
- for nitro-based paint systems
- fast evaporation
- suitable for fast-drying applications
Benefits
- ensure optimal paint and lacquer viscosity
- support a smooth, even spray pattern
- remove grease and surface contaminants
- improve adhesion and coating durability
- provide solutions for different coating systems
What to consider when choosing thinners and degreasers?
- type of paint system being used
- evaporation rate and solvent compatibility
- whether surface cleaning or thinning is the primary goal
- environmental temperature and working conditions
- manufacturer recommendations
Frequently asked questions
Why use a thinner in painting?
A thinner adjusts the viscosity of paint or lacquer to achieve an even, smooth film during application.
What’s the difference between universal and acrylic thinner?
Acrylic thinner is formulated specifically for acrylic paint systems, whereas universal thinners can be used across a variety of systems.
When should silicone remover be used?
Silicone remover is used to eliminate oil and silicone residues from a surface before painting to ensure proper adhesion.
Can nitro thinner be used with acrylic paint?
No — nitro thinner is designed for nitro-based coatings; always follow manufacturer compatibility guidelines.
