Is it OK to paint gloss on gloss?

While it is possible to paint straight over gloss, we do not recommend this. The shiny surface of the gloss doesn't provide good adhesion for whatever paint you use over the top of gloss. The new paint will therefore chip easily and won't look good for long.
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Can you gloss over gloss?

Can You Paint Over a Glossy Surface Without Sanding? Yes, you can paint over a high gloss without sanding. Start by cleaning the glossy surface with sugar soap and water. Once it's completely dry, scuff it with a de-glosser and let it dry for at least 10 minutes.
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What happens if you paint over gloss without sanding?

If you attempt to paint over glossy paint without sanding then you will most likely have a peeling issue in the future. Since the paint will not have anything to grab onto it will chip and peel easily. To avoid sanding you can, however, use a liquid deglosser such as Krudd Kutter or M1.
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What happens if you paint over gloss paint?

Because gloss is shiny and designed to be hard-wearing, painting straight over it won't work, and the paint won't stick.
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How do you paint over a gloss door?

Start by lightly sanding the gloss paint and then cleaning the surface so you can remove the glossy surface that makes it difficult for paint to adhere to. Then, apply a base coat of bonding primer to help your paint stick to the surface.
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Do I need to undercoat over old gloss?

"Yes, but you must sand and undercoat it first as the new paint will peel off in time without this."
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Can I paint over gloss doors?

You can paint over most gloss doors with good results, but the level of finish you can achieve depends on a few factors. These include what the door is made from, how old the gloss paint is, and what condition it is in. It is best practice to sand down timber doors to remove the old gloss paint before repainting.
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Can you paint over high gloss with semi-gloss?

Considerations. High-gloss finishes are typically both shiny and slick. This makes their surface extremely hard for additional coats of paint to stick to. While it is possible to paint over a high-gloss surface with semigloss enamel, you will need to first prepare the surface in order to gain satisfactory results.
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How do you paint over gloss skirting?

Gloss paint is the most common choice for skirting boards and other woodwork around the home. Because gloss can go yellow over time, it might be time for a fresh coat.
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Easy Guide For Painting Over Gloss
  1. Clean The Surface Of The Skirting Board. ...
  2. Sand The Surface. ...
  3. Clean The Skirtings Again. ...
  4. Masking Tape. ...
  5. Paint The Skirting.
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Can I paint flat paint over high gloss?

Preparing walls is important whether painting over gloss or not. Painting over glossy paint is not that different from painting over flat or semi-gloss paint. The goal is to get the new paint to stick without having to completely remove the glossy paint, which new paint usually doesn't adhere to without preparation.
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Can you paint high gloss kitchen doors?

Painting Gloss Kitchen Cabinets: Is it Possible? Yes it is, but you need to prep correctly and choose the right paint. Poor preparation will lead to a poorer finish. While your doors, drawers and cabinets will look good initially they won't have the same durability and longevity.
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Can you use water based gloss over oil based gloss?

Let's break it down. You cannot use water-based paint on top of oil-based paint. You can use oil-based paint on top of water-based paint. You can use a water-based primer on top of an oil-based primer.
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Do you need two coats of gloss?

One coat creates a good-looking finish very quickly and is ideal if you want to put a fresh coat on paintwork of a similar colour.
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Should you sand between gloss coats?

Oil-based gloss does take a while to fully cure but you will always get a build of dust and grit on the surface which make the surface less than perfect. Lightly sanding (and dusting) between coats ensures you get the best possible result.
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Why is gloss paint peeling off?

There are several reasons that gloss work peels the most likely and one that I see often is due to the surface not being prepared properly. It is likely that whoever painted last painted water-based gloss on solvent based gloss without using a suitable primer/undercoat first.
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Can you sand off gloss?

Gloss paint is tough to remove and therefore using sanding for larger areas would take a long time. You should get a large supply of sandpaper with two choices of grains, with some rough to do the work and another which is smoother to finish the sanding.
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Can I paint satin over gloss?

There's no need to completely remove the paint, just make sure all surfaces are thoroughly stripped of the gloss. You can then apply the Satinwood paint. If you have access to a bonding primer such as Dulux Trade Quick Dry Undercoat or Johnstone's Aqua Based Undercoat, it is encouraged to use it to promote adherence.
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Can I put satin finish over gloss?

The short answer is that stain polyurethane finishes can be applied over any paint or stain that is already properly applied to the surface and that has completely dried. That includes the various semigloss paints and stains, whether they are latex, acrylic or oil-based.
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What happens if you paint over semi-gloss?

Painting over semigloss walls can take time since you can't easily paint right on top of their surface. New paint does not adhere well to semigloss paint because semigloss is smooth and resists moisture. It does not have the proper texture for new paint to latch onto.
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Can you paint semi-gloss over semi-gloss without sanding?

If you want to update semi-gloss painted walls but don't want to sand and prime; or, if lead-based semi-gloss walls prevents you from sanding, it is possible to paint over semi-gloss walls with a satin-based paint without sanding or priming.
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How do you rub down gloss paint?

Depending on the thickness of the paint you can either use some Ultimate Aluminium Oxide Fine Paper and a Seriously Good Cork Block to gently sand away the top layer of gloss. Alternatively, you can use a paint stripping solution, and dab this onto the old paint to successfully remove the gloss.
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Can I put satinwood on top of gloss?

Sand lightly with a finish paper, paint on undercoat, wait til dry then paint on satinwood. You may need 2 coats satinwood. If it was for a more accessible area would suggest 2 coats of flat but that isn't necessary IMO.
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Can you paint over high gloss furniture?

Also, a big question is what type of paint to use on high gloss furniture? Once your shiny piece of furniture is prepped properly — ANY type of paint will work. Chalk paints, mineral paints, latex paints, acrylic or enamel paints — paint away!
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