However, if it feels rough to the touch after a coat of polycrylic, you can sand with Emy is a vintage obsessed mama of 2 DIYer who loves sharing affordable solutions for common home problems. We would all like to know.
Paint doesn’t raise the grain of the wood, so I typically do not sand between coats of polycrylic over paint. I hope you can find the answer.
Finally, I tried Valspar gloss spray finish. Yes. If you have questions, we have answers! You can apply polycrylic over paint in the same way you would use it on bare wood. Make sure that the paint is totally dry.
You can contact Minwax on their website to ask for solutions.That sounds so frustrating! Success!
Although you used a water based poly the second time, there are time red will run under any kind of top coat. My question is, why didn't either of the Minwax products work? What you need to do is apply 2 or 3 layers of the paint before you get started. Furthermore, I asked for clarification about the hardwood surfaces—can it be used over paint, or not? If the enamel you used was oil-based, consider an oil-based topcoat instead (unless it was white – it will yellow over time. When repainting furniture it always helps to know what the piece was originally finished with. Polycrylic is water based which means you need to repaint the piece with a water-based paint, such as acrylic paint.
“the only products we offer that will be suitable for use over paint would be the Polycrylic or the Water-Based Helmsman Spar Urethane. On furniture, a foam roller will produce an undesirable, bubbled texture. It could also be the quality of base paints you might have used. Depending on what the paints are being used for, they’re mixed with acrylic resins or vinyl. Hours of work! Apply the Polycrylic as directed and try it in the same conditions you anticipate that piece will encounter; full sunlight, shade, humidity, etc. I then looked online to make sure of my choice for a sealer. I usually like Minwax products.This is a late response but this guy wrote Minwax, and they said the acrylic needs to cure fully for 30 days. Just to be on the safe side, next time you do a detailed project it wouldn't hurt to give it a thin coat of Mod Podge over the design part and then when thats dry go for the polycrilic coat.OMGosh this looks fabulous---you did a fantastic job---actually I am having same problem---on something that stays outside can not be moved even to paint---did 2 items---then temp changed (cooler and occasional rain) and now am getting a haze on one of items shows bad on black details---not sure if humidity or temp---or if I tried to seal too soon---so frustrating---I am going to try the Valspar---now thinking I have to go back and repaint---and then wait---and then seal---have read all the comments---so glad you posted thisi have painted cast iron bed with chalk paint. what would be the best sealer to cover itI was painting an Arkansas Razorback stool for my nephew's son who was turning four. NOT GOOD! I am sure there are those out there whom have had different results as mine. I believe the issue might have been that the paint felt dry to the touch, but was not fully cured. Is it only red acrylic paint that is adversely affected? In this case, it can’t really be determined if Polycrylic is or is not safe for use over acrylic paintings—there are too many variables when it comes to what brand of paint you’re using, what your medium is, if you’re adding If you want to use Polycrylic but you’re not willing to find out the hard way that it isn’t safe for your particular painting, the best advice we can give you is to test it out on a smaller piece using the same paint mixture you’re using on a bigger piece. skThe polymers in the paint don't bond.
Again, I responded and asked for clarification. Polycrilic can be used over most surfaces including both oil and water based paints. Have some artists experienced yellowing? Pros. However, there are a few things to watch for: Apply the polycrylic even slower than you would on bare wood. Also yes. Ive painted my countertops with Kensinton paint and primer in one. Dense sponges work better. They either yellow or mostly get blemishes in the finish.
Although you used a water based poly the second time, there are time red will run under any kind of top coat.
First, as you all probably know, there really isn’t a difference between latex and acrylic paints. I have had runs with cheaper brands. The water based polycrylic was correct but I suppose drying and curing are different. Then, I bought Minwax water based polycrylic.
The author said he has had good results with a 10-day cure. If you are seeing yellow, it’s not caused by the polycrylic. It DOES yellow over time. Instead, skip that part and get it in the next coat. This can be very messy, so work outside.Wipe the piece down with a wet cloth to remove the dust and debris.Open up the primer and pour some into a paint tray.Paint the first coat of acrylic paint and allow it to dry overnight; then apply a second coat.You can add a glossy finish or leave it without one for a more rugged look.Natalie Schwab is a professional writer with a bachelor's degree in journalism and business from the University of Arizona. One of our authors reached out to you about your product, Polycrylic, some time ago. Finish options from satin to glossy; Most durable; Typically does not yellow over time; Can be used in a paint sprayer; Cons. Thanks . She is the owner of I was immediately hooked!
This is where my confusion came in, along with a sentence in the second paragraph about how the product should only be used over hardwood floors. I too haven’t been able to create my art since November of last year due to hand pain and then surgery. I had to carefully sand off the poly and repaint all of the red and white. It looks great though! A cheap brush (like a foam brush) is likely to cause bubbles. My Etsy store has been down for a while because of heart problems, so I am trying to make sure these are right before I post them for sale.So, I am still trying to figure out what to use to waterproof and make my coasters heat resistant.I am wondering if you might know if I use any of the above (not my first choice now) or Environmental Technology 8-Ounce Kit Lite Pour-On, High Gloss Finish andI have tried the VHT high temperature gloss engine enamel spray paint but found that it doesn’t leave a glass like surface. You can apply polycrylic over paint in the same way you would use it on bare wood.