Methylated spirits : Methylated spirit is a mixture ofethanol CH3 – CH2-OH denatured with methanol CH3OH. Methylated spirit is highly toxic due to the presence of methanol (usually 5-10%).
Uses and uses of methylated spirits: Methylated alcohol can be used to clean windows and plastic surfaces. It is also capable of removing vinyl, acrylic and various synthetic glues.
In restaurants, methylated spirits was once used to fuel the homes of stoves fondue (cheese, Chinese, Burgundian) and it also fed the flaming tables of restaurants. It was gradually replaced by security.
Dangers: Methylated alcohol is the cause of many barbecue accidents or household fires, which can cause deep burns. The danger comes from its combustion giving small and inconspicuous flames in blue tones. It is also very flammable and volatile. The most frequent accident is the flashback, by projection of this liquid towards a source of heat, the jet ignites and causes the bottle of methylated spirits to burst.
Solid cube-shaped barbecue lighters (keep out of reach of children, to prevent the risk of ingestion) or possibly liquid barbecue lighters specially designed for this use are to be preferred.
As with any dangerous product, the seller or distributor is required to provide a safety data sheet on methylated spirits (conditions of use, storage, disposal, etc.).
Buy here and at the best market price your methylated spirits:
Buy here and at the best market price your fuel gel and your barbecue lighter (or grill):