Buy Paint Thinners & Removers Online in Australia
This is a small, focused range of thinners, solvents and removers: Galmet enamel, industrial and etch thinners, Molytec acetone, a paint stripper from Anchor, CRC ADOS Stuff Off, and graffiti removers from Purasolve and Dy-Mark. For the paint itself see Canned Paint and Specialty Paint & Coatings.
Thinner and Remover Quick Reference
| Job | Product type | Examples from our range |
|---|---|---|
| Thinning enamel spray paint | Enamel spray thinner | Galmet 300C Enamel Spray Thinner 4 L |
| Industrial paint thinning and cleaning | Industrial thinner | Galmet 400D Industrial Thinner 4 L |
| Etch primer thinning | Etch thinner | Galmet 500E Etch Thinner 4 L |
| General solvent cleaning | Acetone | Molytec M925 Acetone 20 L |
| Stripping old paint | Paint strippers | Anchor One Shot Paint Stripper, CRC ADOS Stuff Off Adhesive & Paint Remover 8270 |
| Removing graffiti | Graffiti removers | Purasolve Graffiti Remover, Dy-Mark Graffiti Remover Pump Spray 400 ml |
Match the thinner to the paint system and check the data sheet or the paint maker's recommendation. Solvents are flammable; read the safety data sheet before use.
Choosing a Thinner or Remover
Thinners must suit the paint
A thinner that works for one paint can cause lifting, poor flow or a failed cure in another. Use the thinner the paint maker specifies, and check the data sheet for which paints each Galmet thinner suits.
Strippers and graffiti removers
Strippers soften the paint film so it can be scraped off. Let the product work for the dwell time on the label, and test a small area first because some products can damage the surface underneath. Graffiti removers are made for spray paint and marker on hard surfaces. Check the label for suitable surfaces.
Safety and disposal
Work in a ventilated area, away from ignition sources, and wear gloves, eye protection and the respirator the safety data sheet calls for (see Respiratory Protection). Used solvent and stripper waste is regulated, so don't put it down drains or in general waste.
Need help matching a thinner to a paint? Contact our team, call (02) 9773 0122 or request a quote.
Related Ranges
- Adhesive Removers
- Canned Paint and Specialty Paint & Coatings
- Cleaning Chemicals and Degreasers
- Respiratory Protection
People Also Ask — Paint Thinners & Removers
Can I use any thinner on any paint?
No. The wrong thinner can cause lifting, poor flow or a failed cure. Use the thinner recommended by the paint maker. See the Galmet thinners in this range.
What is acetone used for?
Acetone is a fast-evaporating solvent used for cleaning and degreasing surfaces and tools. It can attack many paints and plastics, so test a small area first.
How do I strip old paint?
Apply a paint stripper such as Anchor One Shot or CRC Stuff Off, leave it for the dwell time on the label, then scrape off the softened paint and clean the surface. Wear gloves and eye protection and work in a ventilated area.
How do I remove graffiti?
Use a graffiti remover such as Purasolve or Dy-Mark, following the label for suitable surfaces. Test a small area first, as some surfaces can be marked by solvents.
How should I dispose of used solvent?
Don't pour it down drains or put it in general waste. Used solvents and stripper waste are regulated, so use a licensed waste collection service.