What Is Paint Prep Solvent

Details. A water-based solvent used to remove oil, wax, grease and silicone from surfaces. Solvent effectively cleans metal, primed metal and painted surfaces prior to the application of primer or paint.

What do you spray before painting?

1. Clean the surface using ordinary household detergent or mineral spirits.
2. Remove loose paint or rust with a wire brush, sandpaper or steel wool.
3. Sand glossy surfaces with fine grain sandpaper and wipe with a tack cloth.

Is acetone good for paint prep?

Acetone is also used as a cleaner and solvent to dissolve paint and varnish.