paint thinner
[/peɪnt ˈθɪnər/]
nounpl: paint thinners
diluente para tinta
1. A solvent liquid used to reduce the viscosity of paint, making it easier to apply and allowing it to flow more smoothly
Use paint thinner to dilute the oil-based paint before applying it to the walls.
Use diluente para tinta para diluir a tinta à base de óleo antes de aplicá-la nas paredes.
2. A chemical substance, typically consisting of solvents like turpentine or mineral spirits, used to clean brushes and equipment after painting
After finishing the job, I soaked the brushes in paint thinner to remove dried paint.
Depois de terminar o trabalho, coloquei os pincéis de molho em diluente para tinta para remover a tinta seca.
Paint thinner is commonly used in both American and Brazilian construction and DIY culture. In Brazil, it's a standard product found in hardware stores (lojas de materiais de construção), and proper ventilation is emphasized due to health and environmental concerns. The product is particularly important in tropical climates like Brazil where humidity affects paint application.
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