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Can you put latex paint over an alkyd stain on the exterior of a house?
no. Latex paint is flexible and remains so after curing. Alkyds dry to a solid, non-flexible surface, causing it to usually crack when put over a latex
How long does it take for watercolors to dry on wood?
If the wood stain is oil based, good luck with that. Latex will dry over dry oil base, but not the reverse. Oil based paints need to penetrate the wood, which is obviously not possible with latex in the way. If the stain is water based, you should have a firm drying in about two hours, permanent in 24.
Can you use latex stain over polyurethane enforced oil based stain?
Yes, but only if the stain is a few years old and really dry. You have to wash the stain thoroughly to remove the chalked pigments and then prime it to seal the checks in the wood. One disadvantage of stain is that it will not keep the wood from checking as it dries. Either a latex of alkyd primer will work well. You can then paint it with your latex top coat.
How long does it take for latex paint to dry completely?
Latex paint typically takes about 1-2 hours to dry to the touch and 24 hours to dry completely.
Ok you did it you put a stain over latex paint will it dry?
There are stains specifically intended to go over paint. Unless you used one of those, no, it will not dry properly.
Will a tacky stain eventually dry?
Yes, a tacky stain will eventually dry as long as it is left undisturbed and given enough time to air dry.
How long does it take for stain to dry before rain?
Stain typically takes about 24 hours to dry before it is safe from rain.
How long does pre-stain take to dry before applying the final coat of stain?
Pre-stain typically takes about 15-30 minutes to dry before applying the final coat of stain.
How long does it take for latex paint to dry?
Latex paint typically takes about 1-2 hours to dry to the touch, but it can take up to 24 hours to fully cure.
How long does it take for stain to dry before applying polyurethane?
Stain typically takes about 24 hours to dry before applying polyurethane.
How long does stain need to dry before applying polyurethane?
Stain typically needs to dry for about 24 hours before applying polyurethane.
How long should I let the pre-stain dry before applying the stain?
Allow the pre-stain to dry for about 15-30 minutes before applying the stain. This will ensure proper absorption and a smooth finish.
