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Can you paint enamel over latex?

Enamel is a word used to describe a finish, not the formulation of a paint. It simply means a hard reflective surface. Many people mistakenly use the word enamel when referring to oil based paints. So. if you are asking if you can paint latex or acrylic paint over a latex or acrylic enamel the answer is yes, however, I strongly recommend you sand the old paint first to give the top coat "tooth". If you are asking about painting latex or acrylic over an oil based paint the answer is still yes, however you must first sand the old paint and apply a good quality primer to it. Check with a reputable paint retailer for the best brand in your area.


Can you use latex primer over oil base enamel?

Not directly. You will need to use a primer made to adhere to oil and will accept a latex topcoat.


What can you use to paint over enamel paint on the walls?

You can use either enamel (oil-based) paint or latex (water-based) paint. If you are using latex paint, you need to use a primer (undercoat) first. The paint store will have a special primer that allows you to paint latex over enamel. If you are going to do this, it is also a good idea to either sand the enamel paint before you paint over it, or wash it with TSP (trisodium phosphate) cleaner to remove the gloss.


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 kind of paint can you put over all surface enamel latex primer?

You can use either a water or oil-based paint over a latex primer.

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Can you paint oil paint over enamel paint?

Yes, you can, the base is similar.


Can Polycrylic be applied over oil-based stain?

Yes, Polycrylic can be applied over oil-based stain.


Can I use Polycrylic over oil-based stain for my project?

No, it is not recommended to use Polycrylic over oil-based stain for your project. Oil-based stains require a polyurethane finish, not Polycrylic.


Can you paint enamel over latex?

Enamel is a word used to describe a finish, not the formulation of a paint. It simply means a hard reflective surface. Many people mistakenly use the word enamel when referring to oil based paints. So. if you are asking if you can paint latex or acrylic paint over a latex or acrylic enamel the answer is yes, however, I strongly recommend you sand the old paint first to give the top coat "tooth". If you are asking about painting latex or acrylic over an oil based paint the answer is still yes, however you must first sand the old paint and apply a good quality primer to it. Check with a reputable paint retailer for the best brand in your area.


Can you paint woaterborne enamel over oil based undercoat?

No, it will not stick properly.


Can you put polycrylic over oil-based stain?

Yes, you can apply polycrylic over oil-based stain, but it is important to ensure that the stain is completely dry before applying the polycrylic to prevent any issues with adhesion or drying.


Can you use latex primer over oil base enamel?

Not directly. You will need to use a primer made to adhere to oil and will accept a latex topcoat.


Can you apply polyurethane over enamel paint?

You can apply "oil" based polyurethane over "oil" based enamel, you can also apply "water" based polyurethane over "water" based enamel, never mix the two, there's to much of a chance for problems.


Can I apply polycrylic over oil-based stain for a protective finish?

Yes, you can apply polycrylic over oil-based stain for a protective finish. Make sure the stain is fully dried before applying the polycrylic, and follow the manufacturer's instructions for best results.


What can you use to paint over enamel paint on the walls?

You can use either enamel (oil-based) paint or latex (water-based) paint. If you are using latex paint, you need to use a primer (undercoat) first. The paint store will have a special primer that allows you to paint latex over enamel. If you are going to do this, it is also a good idea to either sand the enamel paint before you paint over it, or wash it with TSP (trisodium phosphate) cleaner to remove the gloss.


What happens acrylic varnish on enamel paints?

It will protect the paint as long as you use a water based varnish, never use oil based varnish over water based paint. Tip: "water based enamel= water based finish". "oil based enamel= oil based finish".


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.