paint over stain?

Question

i want to stencil a wooden project using latex paint, the wood was stained using minwax, not sealed afterward, is there any prep needed to insure a long lasting stencil design or will the paint adher properly?

Answer 1

The base and substance of the minwax is usually more than just a "penetrating/flat finish stain" It's similar to a varnish stain perhaps, where the absorbtion is minimal, and the sheen is determined by the agents included in the stain. I guess I'd ask why not have begun with a usual penetrating stain; let dry; and apply the stenciled latex?

I've crafted a lot of specialized "Signs" in my time, as well as Deco plaques, and the issue should be in knowing the properties of any substance used and how they react to each other. You might find that the latex will be like mixing oil and water? That said however... Certainly the possibility exists that once the Minwax has dried/set/cured, it might accept latex, as does KILZ oil based primer accept latex over. The more valid notion however, might be that latex over might be like painting glass?

Certainly to stencil over, why not use a paint, with a base that WILL conform? Oil/Epoxy/ etc. No matter, either of those would be more durable in the least.

With all due respect, I answer many questions asking "Can I?" My usual answer in essence is "Certainly" followed by, "BUT will you be OK with whatever the result?"

I do wish you well in the effort.

Steven Wolf

Answer 2

Ok...I worked at a paint store for 5 years...sooo....basically-the stain has already sealed the wood. It penetrates the wood, thus sealing it. It acts as a primer of sorts. The paint will most lickely stick, as long as it's not exposed to the elements. Good Luck

Answer 3

It's like trying to put flat paint on oil based paint not recommended but there are some primers that might accomplish this, I would check with a paint supplier.

Answer 4

If the stain is completely dry and there is no residue in another words clean and dry then go ahead. Why not try pyrography it looks better on stained wood.