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  2. Stain removal - Wikipedia

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    Stain removal Stain removal is the process of removing a mark or spot left by one substance on a specific surface like a fabric. A solvent or detergent is generally used to conduct stain removal and many of these are available over the counter.

  3. Grease (lubricant) - Wikipedia

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    Grease is a solid or semisolid lubricant formed as a dispersion of thickening agents in a liquid lubricant. Grease generally consists of a soap emulsified with mineral or vegetable oil. A common feature of greases is that they possess high initial viscosities, which upon the application of shear, drop to give the effect of an oil-lubricated ...

  4. Stain repellent - Wikipedia

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    Stains Stains on fabrics are classified into three types: water-based stains and oil-based stains or a mix of both. [2]

  5. Diff-Quik - Wikipedia

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    Diff-Quik. Diff-Quik is a commercial Romanowsky stain variant used to rapidly stain and differentiate a variety of pathology specimens. It is most frequently used for blood films and cytopathological smears, including fine needle aspirates. [1][2][3] The Diff-Quik procedure is based on a modification of the Wright-Giemsa stain pioneered by ...

  6. Cleaning agent - Wikipedia

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    Using a mix of acidic vinegar and soap to clean a plastic surface. Cleaning agents or hard-surface cleaners are substances (usually liquids, powders, sprays, or granules) used to remove dirt, including dust, stains, foul odors, and clutter on surfaces. [1] Purposes of cleaning agents include health, beauty, removing offensive odors, and ...

  7. Water miscible oil paint - Wikipedia

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    Water-miscible oil paint (also called water-soluble oil paint or water-mixable oil paint) is oil paint either engineered or to which an emulsifier has been added, allowing it to be thinned and cleaned up with water.

  8. Stain - Wikipedia

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    Stain. A stain is a discoloration that can be clearly distinguished from the surface, material, or medium it is found upon. They are caused by the chemical or physical interaction of two dissimilar materials. Accidental staining may make materials appear used, degraded or permanently unclean. Intentional staining is used in biochemical research ...

  9. 3-in-One Oil - Wikipedia

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    3-in-One Oil is a general-purpose lubricating oil sold for household and do-it-yourself use. It was originally formulated in 1894 for use on bicycles, and remains a popular lubricant for their chains.