Re: Paint Thinner Stove?

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Posted by Chumango on September 6, 2006 at 9:57:57 am EDT
In reply to Re: Paint Thinner Stove? posted by Bill S on September 6, 2006 at 12:34:09 am EDT

Toluene? Methyl ethyl ketone? Mineral spirits?

A lot of things have been used as paint thinners. Although they may burn, and in some cases burn well in a stove, the problem is compatibility with the seals used in the stove. Some solvents would dissolve or damage the seal materials that are commonly used.

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