Public areas - water based over gloss?

[canduit]

I've been asked to paint some doors, frames, skirting boards, within restaurant areas so needs to be touch dry within approx 2 hours, and hopefully not too smelly! Can anyone suggest any products/techniques on a pre-existing oil based gloss finish?

 

[joe-90]

If it's quite old just give it a good sand first.

 

[canduit]

Can you suggest an alternative to OB gloss? ie one that dries quickly with a similar finish?

 

[joe-90]

Johnstones Aqua but it takes practice to use. The satin is much easier.

 

[opps]

Floetrol in the Johnstones Aqua will help you maintain a wet edge and reduce brush marks.

To ensure that it becomes touch dry as quickly as possible, use electric fans.

Another alternative would be a coat on coat waterbased spray, typically dry enough to re-coat in an hour or so. You could phone Morrells for advice 0870 560 6162

 

[dcdec]

Yep i agree with Joe and opps, use the aqua it dries fast and gives a good gloss finish and the u/c is very good too. As mentioned good prep is essential when putting WB over OB.

 

[canduit]

Thanks guys. As you may have gathered, its not my trade, but will take your advice and give it a shot.

 

[opps]

Thanks guys. As you may have gathered, its not my trade, but will take your advice and give it a shot.

Ok,

Ignore my spraying suggestion then, as a one off it wont be worth it.

Buy some decent synthetic brushes (Purdy, Wooster, Corona etc). A 2" will cost about £15ish but will make life a lot easier.

Good luck