It's paint thinner. I like to lightly sand and use Rustoleum.
Karl
"Jaime" wrote in message
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"daniel peterman" wrote in message
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I have been painting small items lately and this is what I do.
Brush off the dirt.
Wirebrush off loose stuff.
Wipe object with mineral spirits.

Is mineral spirits the same as mineral oil or is that a different
substance altogether?

When it doesn't smell anymore bring it into the house.

Too bad that doesn't apply to my kids as well. :-)