Methylated Spirit

Kitty1


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 683

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 15:02

Hello all,



I have brought my fondue set from the UK (yes, I know, very Generation Game!), but sadly I can't use it because I cannot get meths anywhere for the little burner.



Does anyone know where I might be able to find some, or if there is some other safe chemical I can use in the burner?



Thanks x

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 15:37

You could try white spirit,could be a bit messy with the smoke so would suggest outdoors or is that obvious.

paul90


Joined: 07/11/2007
Posts: 350

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 15:54

In England I have bought it at chemist shops and B&Q.

It would not be wise to try white spirit which is an organic (paraffin- derived) solvent.

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 16:00

Yes, but kitty cant get meth's in nc . comprimise.

paul90


Joined: 07/11/2007
Posts: 350

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 16:14

Kitty - have you tried a chemist/pharmacy? - because methylated spirits is simply methyl acohol.

Kitty1


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 683

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 16:36

Hi guys, yes I have tried a number of pharmacies here but no luck.



Anybody out there know anything about chemistry...what if I tried the zippo lighter fuel? The burner has that wadding stuff inside it which I guess is similar to the stuff inside a zippo. Any thoughts?

paul90


Joined: 07/11/2007
Posts: 350

Message Posted:
19/05/2008 16:56

Kitty - shame you can't get Meths.



I do have a Chemistry degree and would not recommend white spirt because of it's toxic and irritant properties. Inhalation of the vapour can cause drowsiness, dizziness and nausea. Skin contact can result in dermatitis.



The closest alternative is ethyl alcohol (ethanol) - 100% pure vodka is the best example - but expensive!!

Kitty1


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 683

Message Posted:
20/05/2008 10:17

Hi Paul...thanks for your help...and thanks as well to Jock for answering.



So Paul...do you think you can actually get ethanol anywhere or should I just buy a cheapo bottle of vodka and be done with it?



All this cos I love cheese!!!!!

Infinity


Joined: 10/05/2008
Posts: 24

Message Posted:
20/05/2008 10:24

I live in Nicosia and will find some meths for you

Lemtich



Joined: 15/02/2007
Posts: 1487

Message Posted:
20/05/2008 10:59

I always ask if they have a cold one!



Lem

Kitty1


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 683

Message Posted:
20/05/2008 11:19

Thanks Infinity!

Infinity


Joined: 10/05/2008
Posts: 24

Message Posted:
20/05/2008 19:03

Bingo - the 1001 shop in Girne has meths for its lanterns e.t.c

Chris


Joined: 26/03/2008
Posts: 454

Message Posted:
20/05/2008 19:13

That shop has everything!!

Chris

Kitty1


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 683

Message Posted:
21/05/2008 09:34

Fantastic!! Brilliant news. Thanks guys...guess what I'm having for dinner LOL!

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
21/05/2008 11:02

Dont know kitty what !!!

Kitty1


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 683

Message Posted:
22/05/2008 11:10

LOL - the problem I now have is whether to do a cheese one first or go straight to the Nigella Lawson toblerone version...



Either way I'm a happy bunny now!