8 April 20265 min read
Evaporation rate, solvency and compatibility: what to consider when selecting the best solvent for your application.
Solvent selection directly determines the performance of paint, ink, adhesive and coating formulations. The wrong choice can cause drying defects, surface flaws and higher costs.
Which solvent, when?
Ketones (acetone, MEK, MIBK) provide high solvency and fast drying. Glycol ethers stand out as coalescents and flow regulators in water-based systems. Alcohols offer balanced evaporation and broad compatibility.