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What is the difference between satin and semi-gloss paint?
Satin is lower gloss than semi-gloss paint. Paint finishes in order of decreasing gloss are: * Gloss * Semi-gloss * Satin/Low sheen * Flat Some manufacturers call Satin/Low sheen finish Eggshell, and others regard this as a finish between Satin/Low sheen and Flat paint. The higher the gloss finish the easier it is to clean, the higher its durabillity and the more it shows surface imperfections.
Is high gloss paint always latex?
No, often high gloss paint is oil based.
Can you put a marine polyurethane over interior gloss finish?
Yes, you can, but what a waste of money.
Would oil based polyurethane high gloss paint be slippery when wet over concrete?
Yes, quite slippery. Never use a High Gloss finish on a walking surface that may get wet! It is better to use a Paint made for this purpose, that has a 'Grit' mixed in with it. This gives the surface a 'BITE' into the soles of shoes or whatever comes in contact with it.
What is the difference between chrome and chrome plated?
Chrome is a metal, the symbol is Cr. It is used to make the alloy for stainless steel and or plating other metals to give them a high gloss rust resistant finish.
What do you use to ensure a high gloss finish to a clay model?
I would use a high quality Lacquer, with high solids, (high gloss, water clear) I use Hood Lacquer.
How do you get a high gloss finish on a guitar?
to provide a high gloss finish (while making a guitar), first make sure there is no orange peel, or any bumps in the initial color coats of the finish. there should be about 4-5 coats of the said color finish on the guitar. sand the color lightly, and apply the gloss lacquer, about 5-6 coats. Sand the finish with 400, 1000, and 2000 grit sand papers in that order. you should see some of the shine start in this, but not in the mirror- like gloss usually seen on high gloss finishes. finally, take some wax and a buffer, and buff the sanded finish until it is buffed to a mirror-like sheen.
How do you get high gloss floor finish for asphalt tile floors?
You can get a high gloss floor finish for asphalt tile floors by going to a good home improvement and DIY store such as Lowes. An example of such a product that is available from Lowes is the Zep Commercial 5-Gallon Wet Look Floor Polish.
What is the difference between gloss and satin?
Satin is lower gloss than semi-gloss paint. Paint finishes in order of decreasing gloss are: * Gloss * Semi-gloss * Satin/Low sheen * Flat Some manufacturers call Satin/Low sheen finish Eggshell, and others regard this as a finish between Satin/Low sheen and Flat paint. The higher the gloss finish the easier it is to clean, the higher its durabillity and the more it shows surface imperfections.
What is the difference between semi gloss and satin paints?
Satin is lower gloss than semi-gloss paint. Paint finishes in order of decreasing gloss are: * Gloss * Semi-gloss * Satin/Low sheen * Flat Some manufacturers call Satin/Low sheen finish Eggshell, and others regard this as a finish between Satin/Low sheen and Flat paint. The higher the gloss finish the easier it is to clean, the higher its durabillity and the more it shows surface imperfections.
What is the difference between satin and semi-gloss paint?
Satin is lower gloss than semi-gloss paint. Paint finishes in order of decreasing gloss are: * Gloss * Semi-gloss * Satin/Low sheen * Flat Some manufacturers call Satin/Low sheen finish Eggshell, and others regard this as a finish between Satin/Low sheen and Flat paint. The higher the gloss finish the easier it is to clean, the higher its durabillity and the more it shows surface imperfections.
What the different between satin and semi gloss?
Satin is lower gloss than semi-gloss paint. Paint finishes in order of decreasing gloss are: * Gloss * Semi-gloss * Satin/Low sheen * Flat Some manufacturers call Satin/Low sheen finish Eggshell, and others regard this as a finish between Satin/Low sheen and Flat paint. The higher the gloss finish the easier it is to clean, the higher its durabillity and the more it shows surface imperfections.
What finish appearance will enamel paint produse?
The term "enamel" only indicates that the paint dries to a hard finish. It usually refers to a high gloss, but can be found in all sheen levels.
Is high gloss paint always latex?
No, often high gloss paint is oil based.
If you paint high gloss acrylic over high gloss oil on the trim will it peel off?
the high gloss acrylic would bead up and not give you an even application over the oil based
How do you you get a high gloss shine on semi gloss paint?
By using rubbing compound
What makes hardwood floors slippery?
A Smooth Hardwood Floor with a high gloss with be the most slippery. The finish on the wood leaves a coat of protection, but also makes it slippery. There are different types of hardwood and finishes though, some are made to be nonslip, some are made to be reflective and high gloss. See: Related Links
