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What is the best type of paint for crown moulding Flat Semi-Gloss Satin etc?
Generally, a satin or semi-gloss sheen is best for decorative trim. The shinier paint will be a bit easier to apply, be smoother after application and will accent the crown molding. I always paint crown, doors, door trim, and baseboards in high gloss. Here in the south we also use only one color, white. I also use ceiling paint as the primer coat because I paint it (the crown moulding) when I paint the ceiling. Then I apply 1 coat of high gloss on the crown. Then I paint the last coat that has been thinned a little with water (2 tablespoons per cup of paint) This goes on very fast and smoothe and when finished looks like wet vanilla ice cream. When you paint high gloss, be advised that you have to keep a wet leading edge, meaning that if you stop painting and the paint is allowed to dry, it will show where you stopped and then restarted. The same is true for semi gloss and satin.
Is there a roll on paint for metal?
Polyurethane, comes in several finishes. Including Matt (flat), satin, semi-gloss, and high gloss. I am not entirely sure about varnishes.
What is the difference from base paint and semi gloss latex paint?
Base paint is also known as flat paint, or flat wall paint, or matt paint and is a latex paint. Flat paint is just that, flat or dull with no sheen at all. Semi-gloss is an enamel that dries very hard and can be found in a low sheen (satin) a medium sheen (semi-gloss) and a high sheen (high gloss) Flat paint is usually used on walls and ceilings where as semi-gloss is used in kitchens, bathrooms, doors an jambs because it helps hold back the inherent moisture in those areas.
Is high gloss paint always latex?
No, often high gloss paint is oil based.
Is there a such thing as washable spray paint?
Well yes. Any good paint that is labeled "satin" or "semi-gloss" is nicely washable. Of course, high gloss enamel is highly washable, but I do not think that is what you are after. The semi gloss is especially appropriate for children's rooms because of it's tough wear.
33 gallonsof flat paint and 57 gallons of high gloss paint was sold what is the ratio of high gloss sold?
If the question is: What is the ratio of high gloss paint to flat paint sold, the answer is 57:33.
Can you skim coat over gloss paint?
Assuming you are using a dye-based spray on stain, yes, if the gloss is already set up and scuffed! However,while spraying or applying, gloss is too wet/tacky to work with between coats! As I do at work using Acrylic Polyurethane paints onto cabinet parts, your best bet is to apply a first coat of satin, stain over that, then a final coat of satin to seal the stain! (NEVER apply gloss over an unsealed dye based stain, as the heavy material will have a tendency to pull your stain and make the color look uneven!) As soon as the satin is flashed off (10-30min, depending on paint and temp.) you can apply your gloss. This is the method we have used for decades on HIGH quality cabinets!
Would oil based polyurethane high gloss paint be slippery when wet over concrete?
Yes, quite slippery. Never use a High Gloss finish on a walking surface that may get wet! It is better to use a Paint made for this purpose, that has a 'Grit' mixed in with it. This gives the surface a 'BITE' into the soles of shoes or whatever comes in contact with it.
Can you paint over a water based enamel with a water based acrylic?
Yes. We use oil primer on all our out door projects. Not sure why you would want to though. If I was going to put another coat on, why would it be clear? You should just put another coat of whatever color is up there now.
How do you you get a high gloss shine on semi gloss paint?
By using rubbing compound
Can you paint a ceiling with gloss?
All mouldings were once painted in a high gloss paint because the higher the gloss the more durable the paint. These days most interior mouldings can be painted in either a semi-gloss or satin depending on your personal aesthetics.
Can you paint a high gloss over a flat water base paint?
Yes.
