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Can you use 2 year-old flat latex paint as a primer for new eggshell latex paint?
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The flat latex paint will stick to satin or semi-gloss latex paint without any problems. The main consern is making sure the surface is clean and sound before begining to paint, plus use top quality paints for the best results.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 13y agoYes you can. Latex refers to what base the paint is. Latex is water based and therefore can be cleaned up with water. Oil based paint is cleaned with a chemical. Flat refers to the sheen of the paint. Flat is dry and chalky looking. The next step up is eggshell which has believe it or not has the shine like an eggshell. It is the most common interior wall paint. Anything above that gets shiny. The more shine the more the flaws in the wall show.
You do get flat enamel paint so you have to check if the coating is a water based or solvent based coating before you even consider mixing!
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∙ 14y agowith proper prep like sanding gloss to where you see no shine or using primer. they also make a product called esp or tsp you just wipe on but this does not work well.
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∙ 14y agoI wouldn't use old paint that may have separated. Buy a primer.
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∙ 11y agoAs long as the base is compatible, oil over oil or latex, latex only over latex, you can cover an eggshell paint with a flat paint.
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∙ 15y agoShould be deglossed and primed first.
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Will latex acrylic fix flashing in eggshell enamel paint?
Flashing occurs when a surface has not been properly sealed, so a latex acrylic primer applied over the surface first will keep an eggshell enamel paint from flashing.
Can you put polyurethane over eggshell paint?
Yes, you can put polyurethane paint over eggshell in latex or eggshell in oil.
Can you use a latex primer under enamel paint?
Latex paint can be used as a primer but the results may not be what you want. Primer is less expensive than latex paint and has special qualities that create a seal and help the finish layer of paint adhere better. In the long run you will save time and money by using the correct product for the job.
Can you recoat eggshell paint with eggshell paint?
You can, but don't need to use additional primer.
Can you use latex primer over oil base enamel?
Not directly. You will need to use a primer made to adhere to oil and will accept a latex topcoat.
Will latex acrylic fix flashing in eggshell enamel paint?
Flashing occurs when a surface has not been properly sealed, so a latex acrylic primer applied over the surface first will keep an eggshell enamel paint from flashing.
Can you put polyurethane over eggshell paint?
Yes, you can put polyurethane paint over eggshell in latex or eggshell in oil.
What primer over interior latex trim paint?
Either oil or latex primer can be used over interior latex paint.
Can you use a latex primer under enamel paint?
Latex paint can be used as a primer but the results may not be what you want. Primer is less expensive than latex paint and has special qualities that create a seal and help the finish layer of paint adhere better. In the long run you will save time and money by using the correct product for the job.
What paint to use over latex primer?
Latex.
Can you recoat eggshell paint with eggshell paint?
You can, but don't need to use additional primer.
Can you use latex primer over oil base enamel?
Not directly. You will need to use a primer made to adhere to oil and will accept a latex topcoat.
What is latex primer?
It's primer made with a latex or acrylic base. You can use any kind of paint over this.
Can you paint over a latex high gloss paint with latex primer without sanding first?
You didn't mention whether you were using latex or oil based primer and paint, but generally the point of using primer is so that you can paint over it with any form of wall paint. Just read the label on your primer can to make sure it is compatible. On the other hand, if you wanted to paint the primer over the satin gloss, you need to sand the surface lightly to remove the sheen of the paint and provide a suitable surface for the primer to adhere properly.
What kind of paint can you put over all surface enamel latex primer?
You can use either a water or oil-based paint over a latex primer.
Can you use latex paint over oil base primer?
yes. However, you cannot use an oil base paint over a latex primer. If you change your mind on the paint, you must strip the paint before you use an oil based paint on the primer.
Do you need a special product to cover eggshell before painting over it with flat paint?
Egg shells (used in many craft projects) are quite porous, and will give your paint an excellent ground. Remember however a flat paint will not be very durable (it should not be washed or cleaned) so consider a clear top coat in what ever gloss factor you like. If however if you are asking about the paint finish called eggshell (one having the ability to be gently washed) then it will depend on the age of the "eggshell" paint, the composition of the two (eggshell & flat) paints and the colour of the "eggshell". If the "eggshell" is older than a year, latex or acrylic based and a light colour, then a good washing with TSP or some other gloss remover, and going over it with one or two coats of a good quality flat latex, oil or acrylic paint should do the trick. Oil paint can be directly applied over latex, acrylic or oil... Latex can be directly applied over latex or acrylic but not oil... Acrylic can be directly applied over latex or acrylic but not over oil. If the "eggshell" is less than a year old, oil based or a deep colour, then a good quality primer coat will make the job go much smoother. (Note- use an oil based primer if the "eggshell" is oil based, you can then top coat with any paint formula)
