Features:
- Evaporates quickly when exposed to air due to its low boiling point
- Not suitable for use on skin or surfaces where food is prepared
- Highly flammable and must be used in well-ventilated areas
Methylated spirits can be used for various purposes, including as fuel for camping stoves and other portable heaters, and for cleaning and degreasing hard surfaces and thinning paints. It can also help remove stains, sticker adhesive and marker pen ink. The spirit comprises denatured alcohol, or ethanol that has been rendered unfit for human consumption.