Naphtha in Europe

[MirrorMind]

Hey guys,

I was wondering if anyone knows what sort of naphta products I can commonly find in Europe? I am asking because I am a bit uncertain about the type of products I should be using, and whether I'll be understood by asking for naphta in a store for example, and not being given a not safe or not suitable product.

Or to put it simply: what should I ask for??

Thank you!

 

[3rdI]

lighter fluid

but do an evap test first

and a search

 

[dooby]

Most supermarkets will carry naphtha/petroleum ether for cleaning purposes...
Don't forget to do an evaporation test prior to use...

 

[thecrystalkid]

i saw Ronsonol 133 ml lighter fluid on ebay uk, 12 for £16.49..

 

[Koblizek]

I've bought Ronsonol Lighter Fluid 133ml for 1,80€ in news stand, did an evaporation test and it's fine.

 

[Kerberos]

Depends where in europe you are.

This is pure Heptane and as been used by a few members on this site. You will have to check if they ship to you or not. I currently use Iso-Hexane bought from a popular UK auction site.

If you definitely want Naphtha, paint suppliers and furniture restoration suppliers are your best bet after/before lighter fluid.

 

[MirrorMind]

Thank you all! You've been most helpful.

This is going to be an interesting Christmas...

 

[steppa]

"Wundbenzin" (light naphta, petrol ether) works pretty nice too.

http://www.amazon.de/fischar-Benzinum-DAB-1-L/dp/B005OI5XA0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386664980&sr=8-1&keywords=wundbenzin