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Enamel paint is oil or alkyd. Alkyd paint is probably the most well known type of oil paint available on the market. The word alkyd actually refers to the synthetic resin used as a binder in the paint. This would be the oil in the paint, most commonly vegetable oil. Alkyd paints also come in a wide variety of finishes making it ideal for multiple different projects.
Alkyd paint is very resistant to normal wear and tear. Thus, this type of paint is used commonly in "high traffic" type areas. This would include doors and trim within a home and also items that would need painting in the kitchen and bathroom such as cabinets. The alkyd paint will hold up to all the abuses that may come its way.
Acrylic enamel is a water based full gloss usually for interior surfaces only. The gloss is nearly as high as gloss enamel but it is not quite as durable. One advantage is that if you are using white it does not discolor over time as much as alkyd based enamel. Also from a professional point i have never found the finish to be as good as enamel with less than three coats.
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∙ 11y agoSome companies market some paints as 'acrylic enamel' however, to my knowledge, all acrylic paint is water based, so i'm baffled how enamel fits into that.
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Will enamel paint go over acrylic paint?
If you are painting a residence the chances are your enamel is a water borne acrylic enamel. Conversely, if you are referring to acrylic and enamel spray cans then the answer is yes you can spray one to another without any problems. Always be sure your paint is completely dry before applying successive coats.
What is the Main difference between acrylic and mod acrylic fibers?
Modacrylic is a high tenacity fiber compared to Acrylic
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.
What is the difference between epoxy phenolic -epoxy based coating and acrylic coating?
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What would happen if you mix enamel and acrylic paints?
They will separate as you use them. Can look messy or 'cool and streaky'.
Can you paint over acrylic enamel with acrylic enamel?
yes
Can you mix fast dry enamel and acrylic?
Of course you CAN, but they will separate before you begin to apply them if it's a really fast setting enamel. The acrylic will run down over the enamel.
Will enamel paint go over acrylic paint?
If you are painting a residence the chances are your enamel is a water borne acrylic enamel. Conversely, if you are referring to acrylic and enamel spray cans then the answer is yes you can spray one to another without any problems. Always be sure your paint is completely dry before applying successive coats.
Can you paint enamel over acrylic primmer?
Yes, you can.
Can you paint waterborne on acrylic enamel paint?
No, you can't.
What is the Main difference between acrylic and mod acrylic fibers?
Modacrylic is a high tenacity fiber compared to Acrylic
Can you put acrylic enamel over acrylic lacquer?
If the Enamel is an original baked finish there should be no problem. Many DIY touch up paints are made from Acrylic Lacquer. If however the enamel is air-dried then the solvents in the lacquer will react and cause the enamel to bubble and craze. Enamel paints become hard on the surface but stay soft underneath if not baked to harden them. The lacquer is able to penetrate this outer layer and react with the enamel paint.
How can you tell between acrylic and oil paint on your wall?
how can I tell the difference between acrylic and oil paint on my wall?
What is the difference between acrylic water base and acrylic polymer paint?
I think acrylic waterbase is hydrophilic whilst acrylic polymer paint is hydrophobic
Can you painy acrylic over enamel?
Only if you prime it first.
What is the difference between acrylic and latex?
There is little difference between many acrylics and latex paints.
What is Difference between plastic emulsion and acrylic emulsion paints?
One difference between plastic emulsion and acrylic emulsion paints is the washability. Acrylic emulsion is more durable and wear resistance than plastic.
