What is Easy Surface Prep?
What is Easy Surface Prep?
ESP Easy Surface Prep is a wipe on/wipe off product which primes and prepares any shiny surface for painting. It completely eliminates the need for difficult and time-consuming sanding and leaves the surface ready for paint or varnish to bond to. ESP may be painted over anytime after 2 hours and up to 7 days later.
Can you use ESP on plastic?
ESP firmly bonds to any glossy, non porous surface. No more sanding just apply, wait for 5 minutes, wipe off excess, wait 90 minutes then paint. Suitable for Laminex, Ceramics, Tiles, Plastic, Enamel, Gloss paint and varnish, Stainless Steel and even Glass.
How do you paint smooth shiny surfaces?
Instructions
- Sand your furniture piece smooth.
- Vacuum all the dust from the furniture piece.
- Wipe off any remaining dust with a tack cloth.
- Fill your paint sprayer with paint.
- Spray the first coat on your furniture.
- After the first coat is dry, lightly sand the entire surface with an ultra fine grit sanding block.
Is Deglosser better than sanding?
Liquid deglosser can save time and energy by roughing up a surface to ready it for paint or stain via a chemical process versus the elbow grease required for sanding. While deglosser quickly removes paint and stain, it can’t smooth uneven surfaces as sanding can.
What paint sticks to shiny surfaces?
Some paint primers, such as Zinsser 1-2-3, will stick to even glossy surfaces though most painters will lightly sand the surface anyway or apply a deglossing liquid such as Wilbond immediately prior to painting.
How do you make paint stick better?
Being sure a surface is clean, oil-free, and dry usually insures paint adhesion. Glossy surfaces will accept paint, but paint will always adhere more strongly if the surface is roughened slightly.
Will primer stick to glossy surfaces?
How do you get paint to stick to a shiny surface?
Glossy surfaces should be sanded dull. If the surface is still hard and slick, use PrepRite® Bonding Primer or DTM Bonding Primer to provide adhesion to the surface.
Can I use liquid sandpaper instead of sanding?
Liquid sandpaper is also referred to as deglosser and wet sanding. The advantage of using liquid sandpaper instead of regular sandpaper is that it’s easier to apply and safer to use. You just rub liquid sandpaper over the object you wish to paint, wait a set amount of time and wipe off.
How can I paint over high gloss without sanding?
Yes, you can paint over a high gloss without sanding. Start by cleaning the glossy surface with sugar soap and water. Once it’s completely dry, scuff it with a de-glosser and let it dry for at least 10 minutes. After that, apply a suitable primer and then paint.
Why would paint not stick to primer?
As a refresher, the most common reasons for primer or paint to not adhere correctly to a substrate are: Working the paint or primer too often – There is no need to continue running your roller or brush over the same area, which can result in the paint balling up or clumping.
What is easyeasy surface prep?
Easy Surface Prep (ESP) is a wipe on/wipe off product which primes and prepares any shiny surface for painting. It completely eliminates the need for difficult and time-consuming sanding and leaves the surface ready for paint or varnish to bond to.
Can you use varnish primer on ceramic tiles?
It completely eliminates the need for difficult and time-consuming sanding and leaves the surface ready for paint or varnish to bond to. It’s a safe and effective way to prepare any non-porous surface for painting and is ideal for use on ceramic tiles and melamine units.
What is the purpose of a surface preparation?
It prepares all smooth or slick surfaces for painting or varnishing. Without a surface preparation such as ESP, the paint would quickly flake and peel. Easy Surface Prep is suitable for interior and exterior uses including melamine, ceramics, lacquers, baked enamels, varnishes, paint, walls, furniture, radiators,…
How do I use ESP to clean the surface?
Apply a generous amount of ESP to a clean, dry cloth and wipe onto the surface, if ESP seperates the surfaces isn’t clean and will need to be cleaned again. Leave the ESP on for 5 minutes then lightly wipe off the excess in one direction with another clean cloth.
