Use a synthetic bristle paintbrush to apply the sealer evenly to the latex painted surface.
Varathane over paint.
Can i put clear varathane over latex paint.
Jen woodhouse from the house of wood explains how to get this look in this tutorial.
Create a weathered farmhouse style finish with varathane wood stain and rust oleum chalked paint.
The goal is to.
Make sure the paint is fully dry and free of dust dirt and grease before you begin.
Oak is the biggest culprit and can make white paint turn orange over time.
Surfaces with varnish polyurethanes or other sealants or finishes require sanding before any paint can be properly applied.
A deep rich wood stain color plus a white paint over the top will look weathered after distressing.
Polyurethane can be oil or water based and you can use either kind over latex paint.
If it s used as a finish on your cabinets you re lucky since it s easier to prepare for painting than other finishes.
How to apply polyurethane over paint step 1.
Let the paint dry then scuff with 120 grit sandpaper to etch the surface.
In this post we ll show you how to create a professional grade paint job on these types of surfaces without sanding or priming.
If not the newly painted surface will bubble peel crack or generally not stick.
If the paint isn t fresh wash off grease or stains with a strong detergent solution.
Another problem that can arise when painting over varnished wood is that the tannins can still bleed through leaving you with a blotchy finish.
Applying polyurethane over a painted surface will give it an impeccably smooth finish.
Varathane is a water based finish for use on woods paper fabric and other materials.
How to use polyurethane over latex paint product options.