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Never. The paint will not adhere properly to a waxed finish. You may get products from your local jobber that will help remove wax and properly prep the surface before painting. They are an excellent investment
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∙ 11y agoYes, allow ample time for drying and wax just as you would a furniture piece.
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What finish on frames is easiest to paint over?
If it has a matte finish it should be easy to paint over.
Can you paint semi gloss over flat latyex paint?
Yes. You can paint semi-gloss latex paint over flat latex paint. It is not advised to paint over any latex with any oil-based paint. Nor is it advised to try and paint over semi-gloss paint with any other finish without first de-glossing the finish and priming.
Why does paint that has cured for over one month scratch off walls. Walls were clean and painted latex over latex with a premium primer all in one paint?
Primers are not water proofers, in fact primers can't be left as the finish coat because they have no durability. If the paint acts as a primer how can you expect the paint to stand up as a true finish coat.
How do you prep walls that have been painted with a satin finish paint if you want to paint again with a satin finish paint?
The paint finish doesn't significantly change the surface preparation necessary. If the paint is the same type (water based going over waterbased or enamel over enamel) then the preparation is simply: * cleaning, * remove loose material, * fill any holes or hollows, * sanding and * wiping, If you are changing the type of paint (eg: painting waterbased over enamel) you may need to use an etch primer to "key" the surface and give the new paint a texture to grip onto after sanding, and otherwise prepare as above.
Can you paint your waxed kitchen doors?
Not until you remove all the wax. You may need a primer as well.
What finish on frames is easiest to paint over?
If it has a matte finish it should be easy to paint over.
Can you paint semi gloss over flat latyex paint?
Yes. You can paint semi-gloss latex paint over flat latex paint. It is not advised to paint over any latex with any oil-based paint. Nor is it advised to try and paint over semi-gloss paint with any other finish without first de-glossing the finish and priming.
How do you paint over waxed furniture?
Use chalk paint. You can make your own by using plaster of paris sold in hardware stores. Recipes can be found on the internet.
How do you paint over a clear finish?
Sure but hit it with 400 grit as the paint needs something to stick to
What can be put over formica sanded and primed cabinents for a glossy finish?
Melamine paint
How do you paint over brass lacquer on fireplace doors. Must you remove old finish or just prime and spray with a high heat paint?
You must rough up the old finish, use sandpaper. Then apply the heat resistant paint
Can you paint acrylic lacquer over 2 pack finish?
Yes, acrylic lacquer can be applied over a 2 pack finish. Be aware, using a very fine finish could cause an adhesion problem.
Your kitchen cabinets have wood veneer finish can you paint over it?
Wood veneer can be painted over on kitchen cabinets. The paint should be a latex that is not of acrylic nature. Oil paint will only smear and not dry evenly.
Why does paint that has cured for over one month scratch off walls. Walls were clean and painted latex over latex with a premium primer all in one paint?
Primers are not water proofers, in fact primers can't be left as the finish coat because they have no durability. If the paint acts as a primer how can you expect the paint to stand up as a true finish coat.
What finish does water based paint do to plwood?
Water based paint does very well on plywood. The finish depends on the type of paint.
How do you prep walls that have been painted with a satin finish paint if you want to paint again with a satin finish paint?
The paint finish doesn't significantly change the surface preparation necessary. If the paint is the same type (water based going over waterbased or enamel over enamel) then the preparation is simply: * cleaning, * remove loose material, * fill any holes or hollows, * sanding and * wiping, If you are changing the type of paint (eg: painting waterbased over enamel) you may need to use an etch primer to "key" the surface and give the new paint a texture to grip onto after sanding, and otherwise prepare as above.
How do you seal latex paint that was applied over a lacquer finish?
scrape off the lacquer paint first. by means of sand paper #100-140 before applying the latex paint
