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It is never a good idea to paint anything high gloss without sanding first. You don't need to sand clear though the old paint, but the new paint needs something to hold onto. If there is nothing but a smooth, shiny surface, the new paint will probably run if the surface is not horizontal, and then chip and flake very early on. Always run a piece of sandpaper or a sanding block, 150 grit is good, over the surface. Why do something twice?

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Can you paint flat paint over an acrylic paint?

Do you realize that you can get FLAT ACRYLIC PAINT. Flat paint refers to the gloss level. You may want Gloss, Satin, Lowsheen or Flat. Acrylic paint on the other hand refers to what the paint is based on or what binder is being used. Acrylic paint is also refered to as waterbased paint. You most likely are referring to putting flat acrylic over lowsheen or gloss acrylic. In answer to your question - as long as they are both acrylic than you will not have any problems. I am in this answer assuming that you are referring you house paints. If not than the same principle applies - acrylic over acrylic is fine. To keep acrylic from going glossy just don't polish it.


Can you paint in a gloss latex paint with a acrylic base paint gloss latex?

Yes, just ensure that the surface is clean, grease free and dulled.


How do you paint acrylic gloss over existing acrylic gloss. Do you have to remove the existing paint or can you just paint over the top?

You can just paint over the top as long as the existing surface is clean and lightly sanded to aid in the adhesion of the next coat.


How do you de-gloss latex paint?

The ingredient in glossy paint is acrylic. You cannot remove that ingredient.


Why your semi gloss paint will not stick to the wall?

Semi-gloss paint sometimes has problem sticking to walls that have a higher gloss paint type already on them. Usually, a light sanding and a coat of primer will help. Sometimes, semi-gloss paint peels if it was applied during high-humidity weather, as it doesn't dry all the way through.

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Can you paint latex satin over acrylic semi-gloss enamel?

Yes, you can paint latex satin over acrylic semi-gloss enamel, but proper preparation is essential for good adhesion. Start by cleaning the surface and lightly sanding the enamel to create a better bonding surface. After sanding, wipe away any dust and apply a primer if needed, then proceed with the latex satin paint. This ensures a smooth finish and enhances durability.


Can you paint flat paint over an acrylic paint?

Do you realize that you can get FLAT ACRYLIC PAINT. Flat paint refers to the gloss level. You may want Gloss, Satin, Lowsheen or Flat. Acrylic paint on the other hand refers to what the paint is based on or what binder is being used. Acrylic paint is also refered to as waterbased paint. You most likely are referring to putting flat acrylic over lowsheen or gloss acrylic. In answer to your question - as long as they are both acrylic than you will not have any problems. I am in this answer assuming that you are referring you house paints. If not than the same principle applies - acrylic over acrylic is fine. To keep acrylic from going glossy just don't polish it.


Can you paint in a gloss latex paint with a acrylic base paint gloss latex?

Yes, just ensure that the surface is clean, grease free and dulled.


How do you paint acrylic gloss over existing acrylic gloss. Do you have to remove the existing paint or can you just paint over the top?

You can just paint over the top as long as the existing surface is clean and lightly sanded to aid in the adhesion of the next coat.


How do you de-gloss latex paint?

The ingredient in glossy paint is acrylic. You cannot remove that ingredient.


If you paint high gloss acrylic over high gloss oil on the trim will it peel off?

the high gloss acrylic would bead up and not give you an even application over the oil based


Is acrylic paint a Matt finish?

Acrylic, like enamel paint, can be matt, gloss, or satin finish. Please see the related link below.


Can I paint over oil-based paint with acrylic paint?

Yes, you can paint over oil-based paint with acrylic paint, but it is important to properly prepare the surface by sanding and priming it first to ensure adhesion.


Can you paint over stained wood with acrylic paint?

Yes, you can paint over stained wood with acrylic paint. However, it is important to properly prepare the surface by sanding and priming the wood before applying the acrylic paint for better adhesion and durability.


Can you get semigloss paint in water paint?

Latex and acrylic (both water-based paints) do come in a semi-gloss finish.


You used acrylic paint on your plastic model what can you use to protect the paint?

future floor polish or krylon spray gloss coat


Why your semi gloss paint will not stick to the wall?

Semi-gloss paint sometimes has problem sticking to walls that have a higher gloss paint type already on them. Usually, a light sanding and a coat of primer will help. Sometimes, semi-gloss paint peels if it was applied during high-humidity weather, as it doesn't dry all the way through.