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Friday, 15 August 2014

Solvent of paints

Solvent of paints is either an organic solvent or water is used to reduce the viscosity of the paint for better application. i e, Thinner.

Functions of solvent:

-It dissolves film forming materials.
-it is also used to suspend pigments.
-After adding solvent(thinner), the paint may be applied more easily on the surface by brushing, dipping or spraying.

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