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Yes. Because a chemical bond is no longer possible because the epoxy coating has dried, a mechanical bond is required. This merely means that the cured epoxy must be lightly sanded before applying the next layer: the first coat should have a matt, nearly white finish.

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You should always check for compatibility of the products you are using, but epoxy coating can and probably should be top-coated with a polyurethane product.

Epoxies are not UV stable and will yellow over time exposed to sunlight. Additionally, epoxy is a hard material that scratches easily. A polyurethane top-coat is more difficult to scratch and is UV stable. It will also provide a very rich deep shine to your coating.

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NO. Nothing sticks to poly or gloss.

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The above statement is totally false !!! You can paint over and stick all sorts of other applications to polyurethane with the proper preparation.

You are wrong. With the proper preparation [scuff with 60 or 40 grit], polyester and epoxy resins will stick!

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Yes, you can paint epoxy over polyurethane.

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