
Diggers Methylated Spirits is a denatured alcohol for smear free glass and tile cleaning, sticker glue and paint thinning, in 20 L drums (minimum 4).
What it does
Meths is ethanol of at least 95 per cent with a little water and a denaturant that makes it undrinkable. It dissolves grime, ink and adhesive from hard surfaces and dries without smearing. It blends with water and with hydrocarbon solvents, so it works neat on tough marks or diluted for routine wiping. Diggers also lists thinning paints, lacquers and varnishes and cleaning the brushes used for them.
Where to use it
Windows, mirrors, shower screens, tiles, floors, fridges and appliances. Ink marks on non porous surfaces, label and sticker glue, and painting gear. Fleet crews add it to windscreen washer bottles. Browse more solvents and thinners.
How to use
- Cleaning: use it straight or let down with water on glass, ceramics and other hard surfaces, then wipe dry.
- Stains and ink: spot test somewhere hidden first, then apply neat or diluted.
- Windscreen washer: 100 mL into the washer tank, then fill with water.
- Thinning: add to shellac, lacquer or varnish gradually, following the coating maker.
Safe on / avoid
Suits glass, glazed tiles, ceramics, stainless steel and most hard, non porous surfaces. Spot test painted, lacquered or varnished finishes, since meths softens those coatings. Diggers warns against spirit burners because of the risk of serious burns. Keep it clear of flames and hot work. Read the Safety Data Sheet before use.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless clear liquid |
| Odour | Alcoholic |
| Flash point | 13°C (Abel) |
| Boiling point | 78°C |
| Specific gravity | 0.79 to 0.81 |
| Dangerous goods | Class 3, UN 1170, PG II |
| Poisons schedule | Schedule 5 |
Pack sizes and delivery
It comes in one size, the 20L Drum, with a minimum order of 4 units. Freight is quoted to your postcode at checkout. Dangerous goods freight applies.
▸How much methylated spirits goes in a windscreen washer?
100 mL, then top the tank up with water, as Diggers directs.
▸Can I burn Diggers meths in a spirit burner?
No. Diggers says it is not suitable for spirit burners because of the burn risk.
▸Will methylated spirits remove sticker residue?
Yes, Diggers lists it. Test a hidden spot first on paint or plastic.
▸Can methylated spirits be diluted with water?
Yes. It mixes with water, so you can let it down for lighter cleaning.
▸Is it the same as Sierra Methylated Spirits?
Both are ethanol based and Schedule 5. Sierra Methylated Spirits also comes in a 5 L jerry can.
DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapour (H225). Causes serious eye irritation (H319).
- PPE: Safety goggles and gloves that stand up to solvents (nitrile when handling is prolonged, PVC or neoprene against splashes). Where vapour could pass the exposure standard, an organic vapour respirator to AS1716.
- Handling and storage: Highly flammable. Work with good ventilation and keep it away from heat, sparks, flames and direct sun. Earth and bond drums and gear during transfer, since static can light the vapour. Keep it apart from strong oxidants. Bund bulk tanks.
- First aid: Swallowed: do not make the person vomit, get medical help. Eyes: hold the lids apart and rinse with running water for 15 minutes or more. Skin: take off soaked clothing, wash with water and then soap. Inhaled: get them into clean air and let them rest. Poisons Information Centre 13 11 26.
- Spills: Remove ignition sources, keep it out of drains and waterways with sand or earth, then absorb it or pump it into labelled, sealable containers.
- Dangerous goods: UN 1170, ETHANOL, Class 3, Packing Group II, Hazchem 2YE.
- Poisons schedule: Schedule 5. Store out of children's reach.
- SDS: Safety Data Sheet dated 31 Jan 2022 attached to this page.
Dangerous goods · Class 3 · UN1170 · Packing group II
Diggers Methylated Spirits
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Quantity
20L Drum is sold in a minimum of 4.
Delivery Information
Estimated dispatch: 5 business days after you order.
Freight is quoted to your postcode at checkout before you pay, with an estimated delivery date where the carrier gives one.
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