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You can, eggshell paint is a low-luster paint, meaning that the surface is less shiny, and therefore less hard than other higher gloss paints.
In an en-suite bathroom, or a powder room eggshell paint can be both esthetically pleasing and wipe-able. It will not, however be scrub-able, you need a higher gloss factor to be able to repeatedly wash (and sometimes scrub) a paint.
In a high traffic bathroom, one that sees multiple showers per day, or one that sees children (and their finger/hand prints) it is more advisable to use a higher gloss factor in the paint.
Many paint manufacturers make paints specifically designed for use in bathrooms and kitchens. They are higher gloss (pearl, satin, semi-gloss) and have a chemical in them which is designed to reduce mold and mildew.
Even in areas where humidity is not as big a factor as it is in some places, this added feature can be a good thing.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoDue to the prevalent moisture in bathrooms, I prefer to use oil based primer and semi or glossy oil based finishes. I've always done that and never had any problems. - It may well be possible to use water based paint in those moist situations, but I'm not going to recommend it.
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∙ 12y agoBecause of the moisture and heavy traffic (use) inherent with bathrooms, kitchens, doors and door ways an enamel, which dries extremely hard and should be used in all kitchens and bathrooms, will stand up to more use and abuse and cleans much better than flat wall paint does. You cannot wash flat wall paint, nor does it hold back moisture.
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∙ 11y agoNo, not a good idea. It does not work well with steam and water vapours.
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∙ 12y agoyes no maby so
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Should you apply a sealer after painting a bathroom?
If you used the right paint, Bathroom paint, 2 top coats, over primmer,over greenboard primmer, over greenboard or paperless drywall, then no.
I used enamel paint in my bathroom it seems to peel easily what should I do?
1st you have to take out peel & than priming & 2 time painting.
How do you decide to use eggshell or flat paint?
The difference between flat and eggshell is a very simple but important one. Flat paint is not washable is should only be used on surfaces that do not get touched... ceilings are the best place to use flat paint. Eggshell paint has the ability to be wiped, using a soft cloth and a very mild soap. This makes it perfect for the walls in a bedroom, a dining room or a living room. I have used eggshell throughout in homes that do not have children as adults tend not to get smudges and prints on their walls.
What is the difference from base paint and semi gloss latex paint?
Base paint is also known as flat paint, or flat wall paint, or matt paint and is a latex paint. Flat paint is just that, flat or dull with no sheen at all. Semi-gloss is an enamel that dries very hard and can be found in a low sheen (satin) a medium sheen (semi-gloss) and a high sheen (high gloss) Flat paint is usually used on walls and ceilings where as semi-gloss is used in kitchens, bathrooms, doors an jambs because it helps hold back the inherent moisture in those areas.
What is flat latex paint?
It is water based paint that has no sheen to it and does not clean well. Usually used on ceilings.
Should you apply a sealer after painting a bathroom?
If you used the right paint, Bathroom paint, 2 top coats, over primmer,over greenboard primmer, over greenboard or paperless drywall, then no.
I used enamel paint in my bathroom it seems to peel easily what should I do?
1st you have to take out peel & than priming & 2 time painting.
What are the raw materials used in making of bathroom tiles?
Paint,tiles and gloss
How do you decide to use eggshell or flat paint?
The difference between flat and eggshell is a very simple but important one. Flat paint is not washable is should only be used on surfaces that do not get touched... ceilings are the best place to use flat paint. Eggshell paint has the ability to be wiped, using a soft cloth and a very mild soap. This makes it perfect for the walls in a bedroom, a dining room or a living room. I have used eggshell throughout in homes that do not have children as adults tend not to get smudges and prints on their walls.
What is the difference from base paint and semi gloss latex paint?
Base paint is also known as flat paint, or flat wall paint, or matt paint and is a latex paint. Flat paint is just that, flat or dull with no sheen at all. Semi-gloss is an enamel that dries very hard and can be found in a low sheen (satin) a medium sheen (semi-gloss) and a high sheen (high gloss) Flat paint is usually used on walls and ceilings where as semi-gloss is used in kitchens, bathrooms, doors an jambs because it helps hold back the inherent moisture in those areas.
What is flat latex paint?
It is water based paint that has no sheen to it and does not clean well. Usually used on ceilings.
What is the best type of paint for interior house painting?
Eggshell paints,also called Satin, Silk or Low-luster ,because is less porous than flat paint and doesnt get soiled as fast is the best paint for walls,but flat paint should ever be used for painting ceilings and finally you can use semi-gloss paints for doors
If you first prime your bathroom wall with Zinsser Bulls Eye Primer can you then paint over with a Latex Satin Wall Trim paint?
yes, it works perfectly, although I used a semi gloss. The paint is tougher and is less likely to soften due to moisture in the bathroom.
What paint should be used to paint the panel on a dishwasher?
Enamel paint.
What type of paint should you use on your dining room walls?
Latex (water based paint) is generally used for the dining room or front room walls. Oil based paints are generally used in the kitchen and bathroom, but Latex paint has come such a long way you can even use it in both those rooms as well.
Can you paint flat paint over an acrylic paint?
Do you realize that you can get FLAT ACRYLIC PAINT. Flat paint refers to the gloss level. You may want Gloss, Satin, Lowsheen or Flat. Acrylic paint on the other hand refers to what the paint is based on or what binder is being used. Acrylic paint is also refered to as waterbased paint. You most likely are referring to putting flat acrylic over lowsheen or gloss acrylic. In answer to your question - as long as they are both acrylic than you will not have any problems. I am in this answer assuming that you are referring you house paints. If not than the same principle applies - acrylic over acrylic is fine. To keep acrylic from going glossy just don't polish it.
What paint should be used on a gym floor?
The paint that should be used on a gym floor is an oil based paint. This paint adheres best to the surface and lasts a long time.
