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Interior paint is more porous and less resistant to the elements than a paint actually devised to use outside. A flat paint finish or a satin paint finish is better outside, a gloss paint finish can also be used but only sparingly, as it reflects light and may highlight more flaws.

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Can you use interior paint on outside surfaces if you cover it with spar urethane?

I guess it depends on what type of project you are doing. if it's something that is going to be outside all the time or most of the time use an exterior paint for best results.


Using interior semi gloss paint outside?

It is not recommended to use interior paints outside, or exterior paints inside. Interior paints do not have the extra chemicals in them to make the finish weather resistant, and durable enough for exterior use. They tend to fade, chalk, and deteriorate relatively quickly.


What are alternate uses for interior paint?

You can paint pretty much anything with interior paint. You could use it to paint walls in any room of your house such as the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom.


Can you use interior paint outdoors and seal it to make it weather proof?

No, most interior paints do not have enough freeze-thaw flexibility nor UV resistance to be used successfully outside. If you seal it with an exterior paint, that will take care of the UV issue, however you would want to seal it with a 100% acrylic primer, then coat it with a high grade paint to overcome the freeze-thaw problem. Neither interior nor exterior paints are weatherproof, only weather resistant.


Can interior primer be used on exterior wood?

It is best to use an exterior primer outside, rather than an interior. While, the interior paint will work, it does not have the same protection such as UV protection, and fungicide protection that is found in exterior paints.

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Is it safe to use interior paint outside?

No, it is not safe to use interior paint outside as it is not designed to withstand outdoor elements and may not provide adequate protection or durability.


Can you use interior paint outside on your home's exterior surfaces?

No, it is not recommended to use interior paint outside on your home's exterior surfaces. Exterior paint is specifically formulated to withstand outdoor elements such as sunlight, rain, and temperature fluctuations, while interior paint is not designed for these conditions and may not provide adequate protection or durability.


Can I use an exterior latex primer to prime interior trim?

Using exterior paint on the interior should not be a problem. You would only use exterior paint outside because it weathers better, which is not really an issue here.


How long will exterior paint last on the interior of a house?

Exterior paint is not recommended for use on the interior of a house as it may not adhere well to interior surfaces and may not last as long as interior paint. It is best to use interior paint for interior walls to ensure durability and longevity.


Can you use interior paint on outside surfaces if you cover it with spar urethane?

I guess it depends on what type of project you are doing. if it's something that is going to be outside all the time or most of the time use an exterior paint for best results.


Can interior paint be used outside for painting exterior surfaces?

No, interior paint should not be used outside for painting exterior surfaces. Exterior paint is specifically formulated to withstand outdoor elements such as sunlight, rain, and temperature changes, while interior paint is not designed for these conditions and may not provide adequate protection or durability.


Can you use interior latex pearl paint on your bathroom wall?

You can use interior Latex pearl paint on your bathroom wall. Pearl paint adds a special finish to the wall.


Using interior semi gloss paint outside?

It is not recommended to use interior paints outside, or exterior paints inside. Interior paints do not have the extra chemicals in them to make the finish weather resistant, and durable enough for exterior use. They tend to fade, chalk, and deteriorate relatively quickly.


What are alternate uses for interior paint?

You can paint pretty much anything with interior paint. You could use it to paint walls in any room of your house such as the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom.


Can you use interior paint outdoors and seal it to make it weather proof?

No, most interior paints do not have enough freeze-thaw flexibility nor UV resistance to be used successfully outside. If you seal it with an exterior paint, that will take care of the UV issue, however you would want to seal it with a 100% acrylic primer, then coat it with a high grade paint to overcome the freeze-thaw problem. Neither interior nor exterior paints are weatherproof, only weather resistant.


Can interior paint be painted on top of exterior paint?

yes but what a mess why would you put interior paint on top of exterior espically if it's outside then it fad's away chip's it won't take the beating as out door paint after you look at the big picture the answer is NO""""""


Can interior primer be used on exterior wood?

It is best to use an exterior primer outside, rather than an interior. While, the interior paint will work, it does not have the same protection such as UV protection, and fungicide protection that is found in exterior paints.