Thinners and Cleaning Products

Auxiliary Products for Paints and Decorative Materials

Correct paint thinning, proper tool cleaning and control over drying time are important in many craft and decorative techniques. This category includes specialist products for thinning, cleaning and working with acrylic, textile, solvent-based and other decorative paints and materials.

Alongside brush and stencil cleaners, the range includes paint retarders, pouring medium, silicone oil, denatured alcohol and specialist products for antiquing pastes and patinas.

What Types of Products Can You Find?

Thinning and Cleaning Mediums

Specialist mediums are designed for thinning or cleaning particular types of products, including solvent-based paints, antiquing pastes and patinas. Using a compatible thinner helps preserve the properties of the material and makes tools easier to clean after use.

Brush and Stencil Cleaners

Brushes, palette knives, stippling brushes and stencils can retain residues of paint and other decorative materials. Specialist cleaning solutions help remove these residues and keep tools in good condition for longer.

Acrylic and Textile Paint Retarders

Paint retarders extend the working time of paint and are useful for techniques that require slower drying. They make colour blending, smooth transitions and working over larger areas easier.

Pouring Medium and Silicone Oil

Pouring medium improves the flow of acrylic paint for fluid painting and pouring techniques. Silicone oil can be used to create characteristic patterns and decorative effects within fluid acrylic paint.

Denatured Alcohol and Other Auxiliary Products

Denatured alcohol and other specialist products are intended for specific techniques and materials. Always check the manufacturer's instructions before use, as different paints and mediums require different methods of thinning, cleaning and application.

Why Is It Important to Use the Correct Thinner or Cleaner?

Not all paints and decorative materials can be thinned or cleaned with the same product. An incompatible solution may alter the consistency, coverage or other properties of the paint. Always choose a product specifically intended for the material you are using.

Useful Tip

Clean brushes and tools immediately after use, before the material has fully dried. When working with solvent-based or specialist products, use only the recommended cleaning or thinning medium.