Use This To Dispose Your Used Solvent Paints & Thinner - Zep

[@bryanmaccallum9717]

You may not think it's a glamorous video but this is exactly the kind of thing we subscribe for. Thanks and keep it up!

[@bobrivett7645]

Good to know Robert. Little details like this help a lot. Especially with thinners and solvent liquids. Or items like sharps. I buy #11 blades in packs of a hundred, and they come in plastic cases. One side of the case is designed for the used blades. When the case is full of used blades put them in a zip lock bag and then write Sharp's on both sides of the bag.

[@timwagster9458]

I have always disliked dealing with paint mess and cleanup. Cleaning the lids as you use them and lining the paint booth with poster board is great. Cleaning and preparing for the mess in advance is the best way to stay organized. These tips have really helped so much. So many other channels that I watch are so sloppy and grungy that it makes them unpleasant at times. Thanks for all the videos. 👍😁

[@bobrivett7645]

I agree, cleaning those bottle top threads and caps is a pain but it helps preserve the paint. I have model master brand paint almost 300 colors that are still good to go. I also will add replenishee and Leveling thinner to the mix to keep them usable. But keeping the bottles air tight is the real secret.

[@danieljanssen4580]

Use the ashes from your fireplace or fire pit and it’s free! It’s also great for oil spills on concrete floors….

[@KGOlderWizer]

That’s perfect! Now I have a method for disposing the old solvents.

[@dwightatnorthernstar1820]

My local water dept. has said to put any liquids in a bucket to dry and put into garbage. This far better than down the drain as the place where drain water is cleaned has many issues with these chemicals, (water based or other). No, not even pure acrylics

[@bobrivett7645]

Mine too. I don't dump anything down the drain or toilet.

[@laurenciozabala4296]

I've been using Zep for that purpose. As a mechanic and model builder the Zep works like magic.

[@BaeBunni]

Very cool to talk about this stuff. It's the kinda stuff we use in the automotive repair industry. Basically whatever we can get cheap and in bulk to soak up oil and antifreeze and hope it doesn't stain. Because setting oil spots on fire never becomes less scary for me lol.

[@teddyjones8027]

Really appreciate the amount of work and time you put in to bring us these fantastic videos, Thank you very much. Hope the family is doing great. Everyone keep yourselves and love ones safe and healthy and remember to SMILE 😊God Bless 🙏

[@chuchuchip]

When I was working I used to get "Speedy Dry" (an oil absorbitant made from crushed walnut shells) from work. I used to change my own engine oil. When I was a kid this was used in the gas stations I worked in to clean the concrete floor. We would crush it like stamping out a cigarette, sweep it up & throw it in the garbage. It cleans up spills very well. I now use it to clean up after I clean up after bicycle drivetrains cleaning (twice a year). I use old plastic milk jugs with no problem. I let the used stuff sit in a pail for a week (outside) to make sure it's dry. I used to bring my solvents to work & dump in the recycling drums, but retired now & changed over to citrus (organic) based cleaners. I like your Frosty in the background.

[@bobrivett7645]

Frosty looks cool. Found one on amazon that almost looks like Robert's. Gave it too my wife, who paints nut-cracker figures this time of year. She's almost finished with little Frosty.

[@allanlowe9346]

Super helpful Robert. We don't have that particular one here in Australia but there must be an alternative. When I find it I'll post the details for any of your Aussie subscribers. Cheers

[@WTJr65]

Absolutely awesome! I am definitely using this disposal method. I was wondering how I could dispose of thinner I used for brush cleaning. Now I know. Thank you so much!

[@kitbuilder3027]

Thank you for sharing this information. We need to know how to be responsible with our components. You are amazing with what you teach us.

[@charlesbecker9617]

Looks like a good way to deal with disposal.

[@Prototype9091]

Thanks for this, was paranoid about where I'd responsibly dump my paint and that's why I hadn't started brushing yet

[@JimsSlotCarObsessions-v2k]

Robert Just like to mention I picked up the paint booth you had on very happy with it thank you , The Dual Fan one for $71 on Amazon ... I thought it is pretty well made , for a beginner ( me ) TY . Great Tip with the waste to dump ... I have speedy dry .. I'm sure it would work the same Thanks for the Video

[@dragonraider160]

Thanks for sharing how you handled your paint thinner. Kinda funny was watching your last video thinking how does he handles the dirty thinner.

[@draconis3]

Thanks, Robert. That was very informative. I was fairly certain acrylics could go down the toilet or in the trash but I was trying to figure out solvents. Everything I could find said to take it to my local dump/depot so I was wondering how you dealt with all your used paints and thinners.

[@lastfirst9393]

Just got your thinner. Outer box was in the crispest, most undamaged condition I've received in years. Now a good way to handle the disposal beside the kitty litter method.

[@sXeAndriex]

An important video that people should watch and know about

[@jerryrollins512]

That is a great tip for paint disposal. Used the same absorbent when we painted railway equipment for spills and other uses. Great around fresh paint due to little to no dust. The local Home Depot or Lowe's has the small bags.

[@bobrivett7645]

What railroad? I work with UPRR almost daily.

[@Dvinyard69]

Never thought of this, great idea.

[@edgarpoe517]

Robert you've always been a great source of actual info for modelers. Thank you.

[@EricBinns]

GREAT TIP----Thanks, Robert.

[@cjadams7434]

my biggest problem was disposing of dirty IPA from things like 3-D printing, which had suspended resin in it for example, what a pain to get rid of I finally ended up evaporating in the backyard and then finally once it was fully cured from the sun, dispose of it that way, but what a pain

[@bladerj]

just melt it and use it to fill in gaps.

[@itsagundam79]

​@bladerj how do you melt a liquid? Do you know what IPA is? Isopropyl alcohol.

[@cjadams7434]

@@itsagundam79 yes i’m talking that.. not beer LOL - i evaporate the ipa and then the sun hardens the sludge.. which you can than dispose of in normal trash since it is then inert.

[@bladerj]

@@itsagundam79 i didnt know IPA could be cured in the sun....... he is talking about the bits from 3d printing you twit !

[@bladerj]

@@cjadams7434 use the bits to fill in gaps, we do this a lot with sprues, works with some materials of 3d prints, not all.

[@mikepoindexter9849]

That is easy enough. Thanks, Robert.

[@artycharr]

this video is unique, its informative and useful I am only just getting into using solvents but havent thrown out the used thinner yet but now i know!

[@gregorynye5261]

Great video, they have the ZEP absorber at my local Home Depot.

[@Gunpla-Slinger]

You could also use old plastic bottles if you don't want to buy a glass jar.

[@GeraldPBookerJRBooker]

Thank you for the useful advice.

[@donaldbrightwell5221]

Great info. Looks like a good way to dispose of the waste products.

[@tombower450]

Thanks for the tip Robert. I remember seeing that stuff at gas stations. 👍👍

[@PB4UG02Bed]

Another great tip.

[@rallyvintequatro]

Usefull video! Thanks for sharing!

[@NinjaBonez]

OMG I NEED !!! TY-TY-TY !!! and yeah, ZEP makes all kinds of cool stuff. even Band-aids and burn cream - and full on First Aid kits. had no clue they made SPILL stuff too. and yeah, Cat Litter is a pain to use. Clay based absorbers works, but messy.

[@ScaleSpeedworks]

Excellent tip!! Great advice, just what I needed 👍

[@0Aberration]

THANK YOU, it drives me nuts that nobody else talks about what to do with these harsh chemicals after your brushes or airbrushes are clean.

[@chrislong8134]

Great explanation, thank you for the insight. BTW the Iron Maiden Flask is Badass

[@paulcorchado6467]

This is a great tip, my home depot sells the Zepp line. Thanks for the tip!

[@husseinazeez4045]

I appreciate every single video and every single advice you give us, you helped us really big time and i can’t say enough good things about how amazing person you are Thank you good sir

[@gene5572]

Great informative video

[@mobileandhostile7895]

Great practical tip - thanks for this ! 😎👍

[@garym5676]

Thanks for a great idea for disposal! Keep up your informative videos, Rob.

[@nickgorkov81]

Здравствуйте ! Спасибо за такую интересную идею , сам я не догадался бы . Обязательно прикуплю себе такое :)

[@bigchef2112]

Thanks. When are going to preview Busters Custome paints?

[@CDriver32]

Super tip.... I'd guess oil spill stuff is the very same

[@mycoupe66]

Appreciate your paints so far, any plans for an aircraft paint line?

[@lylebriggs923]

Nice little tip Robert an thanks for the time an effort you invest into making are videos

[@edleclair7899]

Thanks Robert glamerous or not a much needed video! I will definately but zep. Thanks again and Happy Holidays to all!!

[@danrussell3439]

Thank you for sharing this information.

[@InvisibleAvenger]

This is great info! I've been wondering how to safely dispose of thinners and oil based paints

[@harveykeeler2661]

Great this really helps to do the right thing.

[@RickyMorrison]

great trick, thsi is what i needed . thanks!

[@oldlinemodels]

Great tip. Nice to know. Thanks.

[@Glasmn45]

This is a great tip Thank you!

[@SEstee_Mustang]

Looking forward for the decal set video!

[@bobrivett7645]

Me too.

[@MurrayShoemaker]

Thanks so much for this information. I learn soooo much from your videos. You are the best.

[@mikeroise224]

The turrlet…😂 love your videos

[@thehazmatguy480]

Interesting solution to a problem.

[@REKlaus]

Great tip, thank you. Is there any odor from the lacquer or thinner when you open the jar? Also wondering if there is any fire hazard with the absorbed material.

[@CharlesO-b2r]

Never thou of that, DAM good info.

[@graphic40]

Very useful.

[@blueovalracing1582]

Great tip thanks

[@jimbucci3474]

Great tip. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@bluefj-wc3vz]

Great tip. 🤘

[@sanernes]

Great video . I think sand, cat litter material or saw dust could works too.

[@kudukilla]

Cat litter is what I’ve been using. I’ll have to do a price comparison.

[@357RD6string]

Appreciate the tip

[@goforitpainting]

Cool as always. 👍

[@CrimsonFlagg]

I've never thought of using that. That's a good tip. I also strain the thinner as well so I don't run out of it so quickly.

[@Lacunan]

Leveling thinner or cleaning thinner?

[@CrimsonFlagg]

@Lacunan cleaning thinner and acetone

[@michaeltyl7697]

Another home run idea!

[@goldlantern]

I can't overstate this, but be sure to check your local regs about disposing of Zep by throwing it away. Especially if you are in California where everything (including air) is known to cause cancer.

[@AstreaGT]

I was literally just thinking about this the other day. Mind reader. This is the same bag of ZEP we use where I work.

[@stan4oburger]

Its not available in Yurp, but main ingredient is perlite, soo tip still awesome and valid

[@MaheerKibria]

Thing change based on region the best thing to do is to contact your local waste management services and ask what they recommend. This is not allowed in my area.

[@chaley2935]

I just put 4 paper towels in my jar like a wick and put it outside and it just evaporates.

[@JoshuaParnell]

Hey Robert, have you seen the new Gaahleri Mobius trigger airbrush on their new arrivals page? Any insider info on it?

[@barbatosrex9473]

It's a side feed. They're sending me one now. My next airbrush will side feed also but it will be a traditional pen style airbrush

[@JoshuaParnell]

@barbatosrex9473 any idea when it'll be released? I'm hoping for a Christmas launch lol

[@derricklung]

Can you use any desiccant? You mentioned cat litter as an option? I happen to have a bag of diatomaceous earth that I haven’t needed to use in years that’s sitting in the garage.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I believe that will work

[@AndersDroid-kw3fq]

Hello, Can you tell me what black surface material you have on your bench? I’m setting up my shop and need something durable and solvent resistant. Thank you sir!

[@Maxheadroom37]

Great video. Where did you get the ZEP powder?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I have a link below the video in the description. Also sold at Home Depot and Lowes

[@itsmew94]

Would kitty litter would work instead of that product? Since I have cats, i have plenty of litter on hand.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes

[@robertthompson6707]

Where do you buy the ZEP brand? And thanks for showing us this.

[@bobrivett7645]

​@@robertthompson6707 DIY stores like home depot or Lowes have it.

[@WreckitRalph-m2r]

I’m wondering what the black mat he is using on the table. I’m looking for one for my workbench

[@ricksattler682]

$6.98 at my local Home Depot for a 3# bag. Thanks for the vid!

[@Highridah64]

mine just goes into a bottle and evaporates over time

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

I'm moving from my house and I'm packing away around 600 CDs. A buddy of mine has something around 1200!

[@barbatosrex9473]

I had over 7,000 before selling them years ago. Decided to start collecting again this summer, I'm approaching 2,000 already.

[@bobrivett7645]

​@barbatosrex9473 The wife and I have a collection of CD's, maybe 500 disc's, nothing like you two. But we listen them all the time. I go to used book stores to find them, they usually have a section.

[@nathancarbo]

I just asked this question the other day my head cannon is that I was the final straw to make this video

[@DeathB4Dishonr]

I can't speak for everyone, but I would rather you cut back to 1 video a week than suffer a quality hit on the videos. Not saying that this video is bad by any means!. Also don't want you to burn yourself out! Love the content, it's very helpful/informative.

[@sakidickerson]

Maybe back in the day but the way youtube is now one upload a week isn't enough for channel growth

[@bamartin]

Maybe non glamorous, but super helpful and important, Thank You!!!

[@offgridwithdj4877]

It looks like paper pulp.