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  2. Stain removal - Wikipedia

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    Alkaline stain removers are mostly used in the removal of oil-based stains via the process of saponification. [6] Sodium Hydroxide is also commonly used in drain cleaners. It allows grease and other oils to dissolve into aqueous solutions like water. Other alkalis such as Potassium Hydroxide (much stronger than Sodium Hydroxide) are also used ...

  3. Primer (paint) - Wikipedia

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    A water-based primer, used primarily on wood. A primer (/ ˈ p r aɪ m ər /) or undercoat is a preparatory coating put on materials before painting.Priming ensures better adhesion of paint to the surface, increases paint durability, and provides additional protection for the material being painted.

  4. Stain-blocking primer - Wikipedia

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    The below calculated ACIs were done on solvent-based primer containing 350 g/L of solvents and the water-based primer containing 50 g/L of butyl glycol. The values on this chart indicate that the use of mineral spirits based primers would need 6 to 7 air changes per hour requiring significant ventilation. The use of low-odor, isoparaffinic ...

  5. Paint thinner - Wikipedia

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    A paint thinner is a solvent used to dilute oil-based paints [1] [2] or varnish. In this context, to dilute is also known as to 'thin'. Paint thinners are diluents. Solvents labeled "paint thinner" are usually white or mineral spirits.

  6. Waterborne resins - Wikipedia

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    Most coatings have four basic components. These are the resin, solvent, pigment and additive systems [5] but the resin or binder is the key ingredient. Continuing environmental legislation in many countries along with geopolitics such as oil production are ensuring that chemists are increasingly turning to waterborne technology for paint/coatings and since resins or binders are the most ...

  7. How to Get Grease and Oil Out of Clothes - AOL

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    The post How to Get Grease and Oil Out of Clothes appeared first on Reader's Digest. All is not lost—especially if you act fast. Follow these steps to remove even the most stubborn grease stains.

  8. Finishing oil - Wikipedia

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    A finishing oil is a vegetable oil used for wood finishing. These finishes are a historical finish for wood, primarily as means of making it weather or moisture resistant. Finishing oils are easily applied, by wiping with a cloth. They are also simply made, by extraction from plant sources with relatively simple processing.

  9. These Are the *Only* Face Primers That Keep My Makeup ... - AOL

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    Water-based primers: Formulated with humectants similar to a serum (i.e., hyaluronic acid, panthenol, glycerin, etc.), these primers add hydration, as well as create a tacky surface for your ...