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They both serve their own purposes so it depends on what your doing. Acrylic paint is more for typical painting, while lacquer paint is more for stuff that you want to have a hard, durable finish. So it depends on what you're using it for.

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Which is better for ceiling paint acrylic are latex paint?

Latex paint has Acrylic in it. Some paints have more than others, it affects the drying time. Use either one, it will not affect the finish look.


Can acrylic paint be used to dye feathers?

No. I thought that you might have had better luck than I. Darn!


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.


What is the difference between lacquer and paint thinner?

Lacquer thinner evaporates quicker. It is cleaner or leaves less of a film than paint thinner. Lacquer thinner will thin most solvent based paint but paint thinner shouldn't be used to thin Lacquer. Lacquer dries from the surface painted out and enammal dries from the surface of the paint down to the surface painted. Using the wrong thinner affects how the paint dries and may affect the final finish.


Can you spray enamel paint over the top of a acrylic base on wood?

From a paint contractor in arizona. Yes you can sand good enough to break the glaze. and than by a good latex enamel paint and give 2ea. coats. with time to dry between coats.

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Which is better for ceiling paint acrylic are latex paint?

Latex paint has Acrylic in it. Some paints have more than others, it affects the drying time. Use either one, it will not affect the finish look.


Can acrylic paint be used to dye feathers?

No. I thought that you might have had better luck than I. Darn!


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.


Do the paint on acrylic nails last longer than on your natural nails?

The paint on the Acrylic nail last longer on your natural nails because Acrylic nails are plastic.


What is the difference between lacquer and paint thinner?

Lacquer thinner evaporates quicker. It is cleaner or leaves less of a film than paint thinner. Lacquer thinner will thin most solvent based paint but paint thinner shouldn't be used to thin Lacquer. Lacquer dries from the surface painted out and enammal dries from the surface of the paint down to the surface painted. Using the wrong thinner affects how the paint dries and may affect the final finish.


Whats the best product to use to preserve the shine on a black car?

A pure liquid non abrasive acrylic paint conditioner will preserve the showroom finish on any color automotive acrylic paint. Black shows the most visual benefit. APC (acrylic paint conditioner) is cleaner, faster to apply longer lasting and produces a better shine on acrylic paint than any wax or polish


Can you spray enamel paint over the top of a acrylic base on wood?

From a paint contractor in arizona. Yes you can sand good enough to break the glaze. and than by a good latex enamel paint and give 2ea. coats. with time to dry between coats.


What are the main differences between latex paint and acrylic paint?

Latex paint is water-based and dries quickly, while acrylic paint is a type of plastic-based paint that dries more slowly. Latex paint is more commonly used for walls and ceilings, while acrylic paint is often used for artwork and crafts. Acrylic paint is more durable and resistant to fading than latex paint.


Difference between acrylic distemper and emulsion?

An emulsion, known as a plastic paint, dries to a tough, durable coating that is resistant to water and chemicals. An acrylic distemper is an economy paint with a shorter lifespan than an emulsion.


Is poster paint better than acrylic?

Neither is "better", each has its purpose. If one was used where the other was needed, the results would not be as good as if the proper one had been used.


Could you use a lacquer tinner for polyurethane paint?

If you are using polyurathane paint, using a general purpose lacquer thinner is not recommended, other than for cleaning equipment afterwards. For application, use only the correct thinners, of the same brand as the paint.


What is Difference between plastic emulsion and acrylic emulsion paints?

Plastic emulsion paint is a water-based paint that contains plasticizers to improve adhesion and durability, while acrylic emulsion paint is a water-based paint that contains acrylic resins for better color retention and resistance to fading. Acrylic emulsion paints tend to be more durable and flexible compared to plastic emulsion paints.