Environmentally Friendly Thinners
Thinners are aggressive, oil-based solvents used to dissolve other substances. Common volatile solvents like acetone, turpentine, and benzene evaporate easily and are highly flammable. Originally developed to remove contact adhesives, thinners are also used to clean or dilute lacquers, varnishes, and paints. They are effective for cleaning paint pumps, spray equipment, and spray parts, especially in spray booths. However, these traditional products consist of volatile solvents that pose health risks through skin contact, ingestion, and inhalation. Proper precautions, including protective clothing, gloves, and masks, are essential to minimize exposure. Poor ventilation can lead to dizziness, headaches, skin irritation, and long-term central nervous system damage, including Organic Psycho Syndrome (OPS).
Safe Thinners substitute
Safeco Fresh is an eco-friendly biodegradable alternative for removing epoxy primers, varnishes, and various paint systems. It has a mild odor, and is free from harmful solvents like acetone and toluene. Safeco Fresh is hazard symbol-free, biodegradable, and safe to use.