Can Minwax Polyurethane be used on regular latex paint?
1825677
Although I haven't personally tried it, the general rule is oil-with-oil. So it's a bad idea since latex is water-based.
1825678
I asked a similar question of the folks at Rust-OLeum, experts on the subject, and they said NO, polyurethane over latex is a bad idea. Strip it down to bare wood or repaint. Don't mix the two. If this is wrong, tell us!
1825679
What I have read is: Oil based over water based - OK. Water based over oil based - NO GOOD. So the answer to your question would be no.
1825680
What I have read is:Oil based over water based - OK.Water based over oil based - NO GOOD.So the answer to your question would be no.
1362074
Its all about how you clean it after you do the job. Latex paints are easier to work with because they are water based.
2169124
No you can use latex paint directly from the can without thining.Rafik M. Fawzy
226682
it might work / painted surface could be any formulation and this stuff will bond with latex acrylics best / go over surface with steel wool or scotch or sanding pad to get a fresh clean surface then coat with vermont stuff / 3 or more coats ,foam brush ,wipe on or spray ,fine scotch pad before final coat / good luck / what-a-ya got to lose ;Ron ps if it doesn't work try a light coat of shellac before the vermont
238381
They usually won't remove the paint if it's latex. This seller is really great and would probably send you a tiny sample to try on an inconspicuous area.
1167111
In theory you could, however the nozzle is not set up for the requirements of a metered amount of paint at a consistant pressure regulated to 40 psi. The paint for autos is expensive and must be applied in a very thin coat to avoid runs with the molecules being broke up specific to 40 to 50 psi regulated. The moisture also must be filtered out with an aut0 paint setup which the wagner does not have The job would not be as smooth and too much paint would be wasted. A typical latex paint has a complete different consistancy than an automotive paint. You can use oil base enamel, but again you must control pressure and be carefull of the nozzle clogging up, and be ready with a reducer fluid to clean the canister and nozzle promptly.
1561749
I haven't tried latex paint, but try it and see what happens. Latex paint also has water in it . Will stain clothes I'm sure. Let us know if it works.
61087
Yes, but be careful it can heat polyuretane too much and discolor slightly, seems to be fine with polyester resin.
1858862
Just add a little water or Flowtrol to thin the paint out a bit. I've been spraying latex out of this sprayer for 10 years. Hope this helps!
2196158
NO, this is a one quart sprayer designed for light bodied finishes like lacquer. I use mine to spray cellulose nitrate lacquer to refinish antique radios. It isn't designed for heavy bodied latex paints.
294400
I used it with waterbased stain, and the nozzle kept clogging up. I had to stop every minute or so to remove the gunk from the spray head. Based on my experience, I wouldn't trust it to be particularly effective with latex. But it is easy to clean.
1739642
If it is going to be in water or exposed to it a lot I would not use latex paint. I would put an oil based primer and oil based top coat. If it is something for long term use I might even coat that with a clear sealer.
1586882
Absolutely. This sprayer can spray latex paint which is much harder to spray than poly. No worries. - Gleem Paint
226005
YES! This is really a thin paint or stain sprayer! It will spay latex but it seemed faster to just roll it on unfortunately. Well built gun though!
2028529
No problem spraying latex paint. But I do suggest a larger diameter tip than the one that comes standard with the unit. You'll get a much smoother finish.
1217061
I do a lot of work with latex paint and I don't think you will find any in a spray can. The medium by nature is way too thick.
2169126
Normally you don't have to thin latex, but I do add FLOETROL a flow agent which improves the spraying and lubricates the nozzle. Typically I use 1 cup to a gallon of paint.