If you want to paint over peeling paint you will need to peel off as much as you can, unfortunately. The reason being is that if your paint is peeling that means it is not adhering to the surface. This can be caused by a chemical bond failure or a mechanical bond failure. Once you … Read more
If you want to paint over gloss paint you will need to prepare the surface first. A glossy finish will need to be scuffed up. It is very dense and slick. Therefore you will have to provide a bonding opportunity for your painting. Scuffing up the surface with 220-grit sandpaper will give your topcoat enough … Read more
If you want o to paint over tile, whether it is ceramic tile or porcelain tile, you will need to prep it thoroughly.You have to be very diligent about cleaning the tiles with a wax and grease remover before lightly sanding them with 100-150 grit sandpaper to promote a mechanical bond between your primer and … Read more
To paint over laminate you will have to thoroughly clean the surface with a good degreaser. We like to use Krudd Cutter but Windex works well too. In addition, make sure there are no oil or grease stains on the laminate, or else your paint will not adhere. Or you will have stains bleeding through.Then … Read more
If you want to paint over stained wood, whether it be stairs or kitchen cabinets, you will need to prep them first.Painting stained wood is simple by scuff-sanding the surface with medium to fine-grit sandpaper. 220 grit works great.The goal is to degloss the surface and provide a way for the primer to adhere to … Read more
