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Is matte the same as flat?
It depends on the paint and the manufacturer. Some flats have a slight matte-like sheen, however, in a paint line the matte sheen should have a higher sheen than the flat version, but a lower sheen than the eggshell version.
Can satin finish paint be used on top of eggshell paint?
Yes, as long as the surface is free of dirt, wax and grease, and the eggshell and satin are both the same type, ie latex or oil, then you should have no trouble at all painting a satin sheen paint over an eggshell. Also, if the base is water based and the topcoat is oil, that will work fine too.
Is bathroom paint suitable for kitchens?
Yes bathroom and kicten paint are the same. The difference between these rooms and others is generally the sheen, which is semi or full gloss and other rooms are eggshell,satin or flat
How do you repaint suede paint on walls another color and keep the suede look?
Just get the same level of sheen. (Ex Eggshell, Flat, Semi-flat, Gloss, High Gloss) I don't know if suede is a paint term. Sounds eggshell/semi flat which are pretty much the same thing but many brands use 1 or the other.
Can you mix satin paint and semi gloss paint and if you do will it give a dusty finish?
you can mix paint of different sheen levels provided they are of the same vehicle or base (i.e.. water based, oil based. Mixing a satin with a semi-gloss will still be reasonably close to an "eggshell" finish. The best way to know is to use the chart below and add the 2 sheen level percentages together and divide by 2.For example a low sheen (satin) is 20% sheen + Semi-Gloss which is lets say 50%20+50=70 divided by 2 = average sheen of 35% giving you an eggshell finish.Flat (1-9% gloss)Low Sheen (10-25% gloss)Eggshell (26-40% gloss)Semi Gloss (41-69% gloss)Gloss (70-89% gloss)
Can you paint low sheen paint over hi gloss paint?
As long as they are the same base you can do that.
Can you paint eggshell latex paint over a latex high gloss paint?
Painting over just about any sheen is possible. The only thing that I would recommend is to primer the surface 1st for a better application of the eggshell. If you do not primer the surface there may be a chance that the high gloss will show through and end up costing you more money to apply the much more expensive eggshell instead of the inexpensive primer. Unless you have plenty of paint for a second application of the eggshell. Then that would be okay. I do believe you can cover any sheen ( depending on color ) with two coats.
How much semigloss and flat paint equal satin paint or eggshell paint?
If you mix a flat and semi-gloss 1:1 you should end up with a paint in the eggshell range. Mix the same paints 1:3 and you should end up with a satin. Experiment with small amounts to get the desired gloss.
Can you Coat acrylic paint with enamel paint?
If the paint you are going to coat is completely dried / and cured, and are of the same "sheen" exp. semi-gloss, you should have no problem with the finished job.
Can you mix satin finish paint with eggshell finish paint?
More important is, that both paints are of the same kind (like: oil-based paint, acrylic paint, latex paint). Semi-gloss is more easily painted over then high gloss, but first better find out what the old paint layer is made of. Check with the help of alcohol - if paint comes off in any way when you rub it with a cloth of alcohol, it's latex or acrylic paint (and can be painted over with acrylics).
Is epoxy paint the same as latex?
No. They have different textures and looks.
Can you mix flat interior paint with eggshell interior paint?
I have two gallon of paint. Same brand name. one is egg shell the other is flat. can I mix the to together? ANSWER: As long as they are the same base, water or oil, you can mix them together. Realize though, that you will never be able to get touch up for the paint once it runs out unless you mix to a ratio that can be recreated.
