It can also be used for cleaning painting equipment and removing excess cellulose paint. This thinner contains xylene, making it suitable for thinning 'hammer' finish type paints. It is also ideal for cleaning spray guns and aerosol nozzles. Suitable for mixing paints and primers. An ideal solvent for cellulose and acrylic paints. The product is suitable for cleaning spray guns, brushes, and aerosol nozzles. It can be used to thin hammer finish type paints.