Wash the painted surface.
Varathane over paint.
Applying polyurethane over a painted surface will give it an impeccably smooth finish.
If it s used as a finish on your cabinets you re lucky since it s easier to prepare for painting than other finishes.
If the paint isn t fresh wash off grease or stains with a strong detergent solution.
Varathane doesn t have to be removed from the wood in order to be painted over.
A deep rich wood stain color plus a white paint over the top will look weathered after distressing.
Varathane is a water based finish for use on woods paper fabric and other materials.
Oak is the biggest culprit and can make white paint turn orange over time.
Wipe the latex painted surface with a clean soft cloth or rag to remove any loose dust and debris.
Make sure the paint is fully dry and free of dust dirt and grease before you begin.
Let the paint dry then scuff with 120 grit sandpaper to etch the surface.
Another problem that can arise when painting over varnished wood is that the tannins can still bleed through leaving you with a blotchy finish.
Create a weathered farmhouse style finish with varathane wood stain and rust oleum chalked paint.
Surfaces with varnish polyurethanes or other sealants or finishes require sanding before any paint can be properly applied.
Can i put clear varathane over latex paint.
In this post we ll show you how to create a professional grade paint job on these types of surfaces without sanding or priming.
The goal is to.
Polyurethane can be oil or water based and you can use either kind over latex paint.
Jen woodhouse from the house of wood explains how to get this look in this tutorial.
Use a synthetic bristle paintbrush to apply the sealer evenly to the latex painted surface.