Sea stars are integral members of marine ecosystems, although they compete directly with commercial and recreational fishermen. 1  One sea star can devour over 50 young clams in a week. 2  When their population grows, sea stars can consume entire beds of shellfish.
1 Turpentine or mineral spirits are the primary agents to use when it comes to thinning oil-based paints. 2  Evaluate how much paint was placed in the container, and add the turpentine in a ratio of approximately 3 parts paint to 1 part thinner.
Whatever solvent you used with the paint itself may work and then wash the area thoroughly. Dry cleaning fluid is another option to try. These suggestions may work: Paint-Oil Base-Sponge stains with turpentine, cleaning fluid or paint remover.Pre-treat and wash in hot water.For old stains, sponge with banana oil and then with non-flammable dry cleaning solvent. Wash again.Water Base-Scrape off paint with dull blade. Wash with detergent in water as hot as is safe for fabric. To remove paint from colored material, dip the stains in turpentine, rub, then dip in a little ammonia, rub and wash in warm water.To remove wet paint from white material wash the stain with soap and water and boil with a small amount of paraffin in the water.ry cleaning fluid is another option to try. These suggestions may work: Paint-Oil Base-Sponge stains with turpentine, cleaning fluid or paint remover. Pre-treat and wash in hot water. For old stains, sponge with banana oil and then with non-flammable dry cleaning solvent. Wash again.