Frequently asked questions about the Solvents category
Solvents — what are they and what are they used for?
Solvents — liquid chemical products used to dissolve, thin and remove paints, varnishes, resins and oils. This Solvents category includes acetone-based, xylene, nitro thinners, white spirit/terpentine and specialty solvents for epoxy resins and polystyrene; choose by material compatibility and required strength.
Which solvents are suitable for polystyrene?
Polystyrene is soluble in strong organic solvents such as acetone and certain nitro thinners; these work quickly for welding or shaping polystyrene. Use in a well‑ventilated area and always test on a scrap piece first.
Which acetone-based solvents are available in the category?
The category includes acetone products such as ATSETOON RILAK in sizes from 0.5L to 10L and similar acetone-based liquids in 0.5L and 1L packs. Acetone is effective for degreasing, removing nitro paints and dissolving polystyrene.
What types of solvents exist and how do they differ?
Major types are acetone-based, xylene/xylol, nitro thinners, white spirit/terpentine and specialty solvents for epoxies. They differ in volatility, solvency strength and compatibility: nitro thinners are stronger for nitro paints, white spirit is milder for oil-based paints.
Which solvent should I choose for oil paints?
For oil-based paints use white spirit/varnish‑type thinners like VAITSOL RILAK available in 0.5–5–10L sizes; they thin paint and clean brushes without damaging the binder. For stronger action consider SOLVENT SPECIAL but test compatibility on a scrap first.
What solvents are used for epoxy resins?
Epoxy resins require specialty solvents and cleaners designed for resin systems; the range includes SOLVENT SPECIAL and BRUSH CLEANER & THINNER products. Uncured resin can be removed with acetone or dedicated cleaners, but cured epoxy usually cannot be dissolved.
Which ketone-based solvents are offered?
Keton‑based solvents are represented mainly by acetone products such as ATSETOON RILAK available in 0.5–10L sizes. They are highly volatile and strong solvents suitable for nitro paints and some polymers.
Which solvents are best for paint removal and stripping old coatings?
For paint stripping use products like NITROMORS (0.375–0.75L) and strong nitro thinners such as NITRA‑A or NITROLAHUSTI 646 available in 0.5–10L. Choose the stripper based on the old coating type—nitro strippers for nitro coatings, universals for multi-layer systems.
Which solvents are suitable for cleaning brushes and tools?
Use VAITSOL RILAK, HAMMERITE BRUSH CLEANER & THINNER (250–1000ml) or white spirit‑type products for brush and tool cleaning. Use white spirit for oil paints and nitro thinner for nitro paints.
Which solvent should I use to thin nitro or nitro‑lacquer paint?
Thin nitro and nitro lacquer paints with nitro thinners such as NITROLAHUSTI 646 or NITRA‑A available in 0.5–10L. They provide the correct viscosity and fast drying for nitro systems.
New Arrivals in the Solvents Category in 2026
Best sellers in the Solvents category in 2026
- ATSETOON RILAK 0,5L — 4.14€
- ATSETOON RILAK 1L — 6.40€
- PAINT REMOVER RILAK 1L — 16.24€
- DENATUREERITUD PIIRITUS ESKARO 1L — 7.13€
- KSÜLEEN ESKARO 1L — 7.82€
Cheap products in the Solvents category
- LAKIBENSIIN ESKARO 0,5L — 3.77€
- ATSETOON RILAK 0,5L — 4.14€
- NITROLAHUSTI RILAK 646 0,5L — 4.55€
- SOLVENT SOLVENT SPECIAL 0,5L — 4.69€
- KSÜLEEN ESKARO 0,5L — 4.79€
Expensive products in the Solvents category
- ATSETOON RILAK 10L — 48.72€
- SOLVENT VAITSOL RILAK 5L — 31.10€
- PAINT REMOVER OPS PRO 0,75L — 21.63€
- PAINT REMOVER PUREMAX 0,8L — 19.46€
- PAINT REMOVER RILAK 1L — 16.24€
Price of products in the Solvents Category
Solvents: 3.04€ — 39.29€ (25)