Thinner for Lab-metal and Hi-Temp Lab-metal, and metal cleaner. Lab-solvent cuts grease, oil and dirt, and is recommended as a metal cleaner and degreaser to prepare surfaces for Lab-metal and Hi-Temp Lab-metal applications. Removes paint quickly and efficiently. Lab-solvent thins Lab-metal to paint consistency for brushing or spraying a metallic coating. To prevent hardening of Lab-metal and Hi-Temp Lab-metal in the can, wet the surface of the metal repair compound with Lab-solvent and cover tightly after each use.