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  2. Paint stripper - Wikipedia

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    Paint remover is applied to an aircraft's landing gear during an inspection looking for cracks in the aluminum. Paint stripper or paint remover is a chemical product designed to remove paint, finishes, and coatings, while also cleaning the underlying surface. Chemical paint removers are advantageous because they act on any kind of geometry and ...

  3. Minwax - Wikipedia

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    Minwax was founded in 1904 by Arthur B Harrison. Harrison persuaded his employer at Clifford I. Miller to manufacture a line of waterproofing materials, and later bought the line in 1910, [2] which he then named Minwax®. [3]

  4. Nitromors - Wikipedia

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    Nitromors (formally "Nitromors Master Craftsman's Paint And Varnish Remover") is a paint-stripping chemical intended for do-it-yourself use. It is manufactured in the U.K. by Henkel Consumer Adhesives of Winsford, Cheshire.

  5. Spray-and-vac cleaning - Wikipedia

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    To start, a diluted cleaning solution (white vinegar, bleach and detergent) is sprayed onto all surfaces to be cleaned, Using the same machine, the area is then rinsed; this is typically followed by vacuum suctioning that removes the applied liquid along with the suspended solids and dissolved contaminants that have been removed from the surface.

  6. Floor cleaning - Wikipedia

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    Bad practice in floor cleaning is itself a major cause of accidents. [1] To beautify the floor. To remove stains, dirt, litter and obstructions. To remove grit and sand which scratch and wear down the surface. To remove allergens, in particular dust. To prevent wear to the surface (e.g. by using a floor wax or protective sealant).

  7. Electropolishing - Wikipedia

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    Electropolishing, also known as electrochemical polishing, anodic polishing, or electrolytic polishing (especially in the metallography field), is an electrochemical process that removes material from a metallic workpiece, reducing the surface roughness by levelling micro-peaks and valleys, improving the surface finish.

  8. Shoe polish - Wikipedia

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    Shoe polish, also known as boot polish and shoeshine, is a waxy paste, cream, or liquid that is used to polish, shine, and waterproof leather shoes or boots to extend the footwear's lifespan and restore its appearance. Shoe polishes are distinguished by their textures, which range from liquids to hard waxes.

  9. Shinola - Wikipedia

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    Shinola home set, shoe polisher - Hallwyl Museum A July 1912 review of Shinola shoe polish from Commercial America, a trade magazine of the time. George Melancthon Wetmore (August 31, 1858 – June 10, 1923) was born in Gates, New York and, after attending military school, got a degree at the Rochester Business Institute.