Can I use latex paint on oil painted surface?

Question

Is it okay to use a latex paint product on a surface that was previously finished with an oil paint? If it depends, what sort of steps should I take to be on the safe side?

Paul · Accepted Answer

Hi Bill, yes you can put latex paint on an oil based paint as long as you give it a good key with a good sanding

Peter · Answer

It can be successfully applied over older oil-based paint as long as the surface is fully cured and there is nothing inherent in the coating that prevents another layer of paint to be added

Dale · Answer

Coat up with Zinsser first. Use the shellac red tin. One good coat of this and your ready.

Terry · Answer

Yes you can but I would recommend giving a primer coat first or a good sanding down

Darren · Answer

Hi Bill, Yes you can. However, make sure that you sand the previous gloss finish until it is dull and flat in appearance. Before applying your topcoat, It would be best to use a bonding primer/undercoat to help with adhesion and get a good bond for your topcoat. Hope this helps.

Paul · Answer

Yes just make sure you sand the surface and apply a primer coat

Terry · Answer

Yes you can put latex over oil based but not the other way around

Tamoor · Answer

Do not use it. No way.
It will absolutely ruin whatever you are trying to do.
Never use layered paint over oil paint.

Thandiwe · Answer

hi there is Teddy here.

If you want to paint that place with a different paint than oil paint it wont seat or it will be chipping anytime it is touched so the best thing is to sand the surfaces all down to clear off the shiny paint, clean it making sure no dust and then you will now prime it and undercoat it, which you can buy 2 in 1 primer and under coat, then leave it to dry and  you can apply your chosen colour of a paint as a finishing coat.

hope this helps

Glorious Wright
Teddy

Mark · Answer

If you prepare the surface, with sanding using neat sugar soap, this will provide a good key, and remove any grease and dirt upon the surface, then you can apply a latex coating,
hope this helps

Can I use latex paint on oil painted surface?

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