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Old 11-28-2009, 07:34 PM
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Question paint thinner for cleaning

Is it safe to use paint thinner to remove 3m paint protection film ?
Well actually the residue left behind by removing the film.

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I'd steer clear of paint thinner and opt for Goo Gone.

See http://www.magicamerican.com/googone/products.aspx

Seems to be a common choice for removing the adhesive residue left behind by paint protection film.
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3M Citrus Based Spray Adhesive Remover – a citrus-based, solvent-free adhesive remover leaves surfaces clean and dry with no residue. Removes tape residue from masking, foam or duct tape, clean, fresh citrus scent. Saturate a micro fibre towel, allow to dwell for a fe minutes and agitate the adhesive residue to remove

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Is a solvent used to thin oil-based paints, commercially, paint thinner is usually a name for mineral spirits. Other solvents used to thin paint include: Acetone, Mineral turpentine, True turpentine, Naphtha, Toluene, White spirit, Xylene, Dichloromethane (methylene chloride) and Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) none of these are considered to be ‘safe solvents’. Concerns about their adverse health effects have led to a search for alternatives in many of these

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Originally Posted by carrera
Is it safe to use paint thinner to remove 3m paint protection film ?
Well actually the residue left behind by removing the film.

thanks
Here's what we use to clean residue when removing film. Just make sure you wear a mask and are in a ventilated area. But it works like a charm and is safe.

http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...dhesive/Detail



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