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How do you prep walls that have been painted with a satin finish paint if you want to paint again with a satin finish paint?
The paint finish doesn't significantly change the surface preparation necessary. If the paint is the same type (water based going over waterbased or enamel over enamel) then the preparation is simply: * cleaning, * remove loose material, * fill any holes or hollows, * sanding and * wiping, If you are changing the type of paint (eg: painting waterbased over enamel) you may need to use an etch primer to "key" the surface and give the new paint a texture to grip onto after sanding, and otherwise prepare as above.
What finish on frames is easiest to paint over?
If it has a matte finish it should be easy to paint over.
Can you use KIlz one coat paint over wallpaper that has a slick border in it?
You can paint over wall paper. However it is recommended that you prime with an oil based primer. Kilz Original for example. Most wall papers use water based glues for adhesion. If you put a waterbased topcoat over the the wallpaper it could penetrate the wall paper and cause the glue to release. You can use a waterbased top coat such as Kilz Casual Colors over the top of the oil based primer.
Can you use oil based urethane over water based urethane?
if you put a oil base floor sealer over water base you will find the top coat will flake and peal off your new floor. You need to wait 30 days before applying the oil base sealer to reduce your chances of peeling.
Can you put oil base poly over water base poly?
Both water-based and oil-based polyurethane will be suitable for a floor finish, but your choice may depend on a few different factors: Water-based poly dries faster, leaves a crystal clear finish, emits lower levels of VOC's (volatile organic compounds = fumes), and requires only soap and water for cleanup. Oil-based poly takes longer to cure, gives a warm amber glow to the wood, is high in VOC's (only while still wet; the fumes disappear after curing), and requires mineral spirits or paint thinner to cleanup. Some people say that oil-based finishes look more realistic and water-based finishes tend to look more artificial, but water-based may be desired if you don't want to alter the color of the wood in any way or if you are sensitive to chemical fumes.
How do you prep walls that have been painted with a satin finish paint if you want to paint again with a satin finish paint?
The paint finish doesn't significantly change the surface preparation necessary. If the paint is the same type (water based going over waterbased or enamel over enamel) then the preparation is simply: * cleaning, * remove loose material, * fill any holes or hollows, * sanding and * wiping, If you are changing the type of paint (eg: painting waterbased over enamel) you may need to use an etch primer to "key" the surface and give the new paint a texture to grip onto after sanding, and otherwise prepare as above.
Can you use oil base polyurethane over water base stain on a sanded floor?
yes
Do you need to apply wax over a polyurethane?
No, in fact the wax can ruin the polyurethane finish. Clean the floor with a good wood floor cleaner. Do not mop with water.
Can you put water base sealer over oil base sealer?
if you put a oil base floor sealer over water base you will find the top coat will flake and peal off your new floor. You need to wait 30 days before applying the oil base sealer to reduce your chances of peeling.
What could be the problem if the floor fabric does not fit over the base stubs?
top liner
Which floor lamp will tip over the least?
The Halogen Pharmacy Lamp has a no tip base.
How do you re stain a wooden floor?
In order to re stain a wood floor you must sand off all the existing finish. DO NOT try to apply stain over an already finished floor. It will not take. You can easily re coat your floor with clear polyurthane.
What does floor covering mean?
Floor covering is a term to generically describe any finish material applied over a floor structure to provide a walking surface. Both terms are used interchangeably but floor covering refers more to loose-laid materials.
When should you apply sealer to VCT?
When the VCT is old and worn. When there is possibility of staining. When there is high traffic. When you want the floor to really shine after applying floor finish over 2 coats of sealer.
Do you have to remove the floor board to lay wood floor over existing wood floor?
Do you mean the base board? It is better if you can remove the base board then reattach on top of the new floor. It will give you the best look. If you butt the new wood up against the base boards you may have end cuts or little mistakes around the edges of the room that you will need to cover anyway. If you can not remove the base board you will probably have to add a strip of quarter round on top of the new floor and nailed to the original base board so that you have a finished look.
Can you use a steam cleaner on carpets laid over hardwood floor?
Yes you can as long as you are not concerned about damaging the underlying floor. If the floor is old and the finish in unimportant to you, you are fine. If you are looking at steam cleaning an area rug which is on a hardwood floor, that's a definite no-no and the as the water and steam can stain or buckle the hardwood.
Can you install wall tile on the floor?
It is certainly possible to tile a floor, but bear in mind, there is much more pressure placed on the floor than on the walls, and floor tile must be laid over a solid cement base, otherwise it is going to crack.
