Painting over ASCP
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Kathy Jones
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I recently bought a dresser that has been painted with ASCP. The piece is pretty but I've changed my mind on the direction I'm going with the room so I would like to paint it. My question is, is there anything special that I need to do in order to paint over the ASCP? I will probably use latex paint, but may try to make chalk paint from a recipe I found on here. Still trying to decide. Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
4 answers
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Hi, Kathy. Has the dresser been "sealed" with a top coat of wax or poly? If so, I would sand it and then if you feel it needs to be primed, do so. It's hard to say when you make your own paint if it's going to cover as well as the well-known brands, so you may need to paint two coats. Has this been helpful?
Shelagh
on Dec 04, 2013
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I have used only the homemade version (the one with the plaster of paris) and it went on well but depending on how dark the wood is to begin with, I had to use 2 coats and sometimes 3. I am like Shelagh, I would rough it up with sandpaper or give it a coat of primer if it is really shiny.
Elaine Simmons
on Dec 04, 2013
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I agree that a little sanding would be safe - even if you just use 220 grit. Chalk paint seems to stick to everything wood.
Down to Earth Holly
on Dec 04, 2013
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Sand and primer! That is what you need the most!
Mikell Paulson
on Dec 04, 2013
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