Well, in my opinion I personally think that there will be no need to use a semi base paint with semi glossy paint - Therefore, this question is unneeded. Thanks for your time x
Can I paint semi gloss over flat paint? Thanks!Barbara Phillips
To paint over semi-gloss surfaces effectively, you should first clean and sand the surface to create a rough texture for better paint adhesion. Use a primer specifically designed for glossy surfaces before applying your desired paint color. Make sure to use high-quality paint and apply multiple thin coats for a smooth and even finish.
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.
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No and yes it depends
yes you can, prep it first light rub down and apply two coats of the flat paint.
Yes as long as you use the same base paint. You just need to sand it enough to where the paint will adhere. Make sure if the original paint is latex, use latex. If its oil based, use oil based.
sorry to be the barrier of bad news, but the only way is to but a semi gloss paint. or try playing around with different glazes.
Base paint is also known as flat paint, or flat wall paint, or matt paint and is a latex paint. Flat paint is just that, flat or dull with no sheen at all. Semi-gloss is an enamel that dries very hard and can be found in a low sheen (satin) a medium sheen (semi-gloss) and a high sheen (high gloss) Flat paint is usually used on walls and ceilings where as semi-gloss is used in kitchens, bathrooms, doors an jambs because it helps hold back the inherent moisture in those areas.
It would be your preference, but you're right: they should be the same.
Clear primer.
No, you can dull satin or semi-gloss but not the reverse.