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Q: Can latex caulk be painted over?
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Do you paint first and then caulk?

Caulking can be done either before or after painting depending on how steady a hand you have. Be sure to use a "Painter's" caulk, which is latex based. Silicone based chalks can NOT be painted over.


Can oil based primer be painted over latex paint?

Yes it can.


Can oil based sealer be painted over latex paint?

yes but not the other way around the latex passes moisture


Can oil base be painted over latex?

No, you either need to really rough up the oil paint with fine sand paper, or put a base coat on before you paint with your Latex paint. If you don't your Latex paint won't adhere.


What is the strongest caulk available?

Usually caulk is not intended to be terribly strong, it's intended to fill holes, sometimes ahead of painting. A pure silicone will be pretty strong. A siliconized latex is also pretty strong, and can usually be painted over. If you want strength, look into construction adhesives. They're strong enough for things like bonding subfloors to joists.


Can you paint latex paint over oil based paint?

Yes, oil based paint is very versatile and can be painted over many painted surfaces, including those previously coated with latex paint, as long as the surface is dull and clean.


What is the best brand of caulking to use with bathroom tile?

Polyseamseal silicone caulk would be the best caulking to use with bathroom tile, if you're not going to pain the caulk. If you desire to paint the caulk, MAPEI latex caulk would be best to use with the bathroom tile.


What would be the reason for the fresh paint to peel of?

If you have painted latex over oil based it will peel of very quickly.


Can you put regular primer over a painted surface?

Yes, you can use either latex or oil based primer.


How do you clean latex caulk from vinyl siding?

When it drys you should be able to rub it off with a rag or your finger.


Can oil based paint be painted over latex paint?

There are some water based coatings that will adhere to an oil based surface without using a primer; however, an oil or acrylic-based primer, used as a bridge, will allow you to paint latex over an oil-base paint trouble free.


How do you prepare porch floor to be painted oil over latex?

power wash, dry, prime any bare wood and paint