How to Paint Over Oil Based Paint With Water Based Paint

[@slippyg]

This guy is a wealth of knowledge. I searched long and hard to find him again on here

[@VivRoss-w4z]

My gosh, thank you. You are easy to listen to with your instructions. I have asked several people about the correct way to paint with the two different paints. I've never got a straight answer or explanation. Your a god.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

So glad you found the video helpful, hope all goes well for you 😊

[@1234luke1234luke]

No way??? This guy was my college tutor from my apprenticeship. He is absolutely awesome!!! Jules and Aubrey were awsome at teaching wood grain, marble and loads of other special finishes. I remember doing a piece for the entrance to our college block using broken colour and stenciling Salisbury cathedral. Cheers Aubrey top man 😊

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad to see you still have fond memories of your time at college and thank you for your kind comment Luke 😊

[@teslaandhumanity7383]

He’s the best .

[@wolf360090]

@@teslaandhumanity7383 well not the best at not knowing not to use a water over oil,,

[@carpii]

@@wolf360090 well, he showed how to do it and got a good finish. So have you ever considered you're just wrong? Ah who am I kidding, of course you haven't

[@wolf360090]

@@carpii does not matter, that product will come off, you call the curb side warranty, contractos who use that over oil, just want to get paid and gone, and do not care about what will happen down the road, i have been a contractor for over 30 years,, i also own a chain of stores that sells zonsser products and other paints as well, i would never use any waterborne primers over paint, because it is not if it will fail it is when

[@LesikaStorm]

I've asked so many decorators friends for tips and no one ever could give me a direct answer about how to paint an oil based painted wood with something else. I LOVE YOU! So easy and clear! Just on time before our next decoration project. THANK YOU A MILLION!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is fantastic news Lesika, so glad you found the video so helpful. Hope all goes well with the decorating 😊

[@mickyrhythmvendor]

Absolutely agree. Could never get a straight answer even from Paint shops. Thanks for making this vid

[@SvetoslavGyurov]

Can't recommend this highly enough! You covered so much in just under 15 mins, simple and yet so valuable information. Thank you!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is brilliant news, I am glad you found it so helpful. Good luck with all your future decorating projects 😊

[@SvetoslavGyurov]

And replying within 1hr, you got a new subscriber Mr! 😉 Since I'm here may I ask something. I have soft wood door frames and primed doors and architraves (Deanta). I'm finding it hard on how to proceed - I bought shellac primer, solvent based undercoat and Dulux Satinwoood. I've already put wood filler in the frames as they have some imperfections and also hide the hammer fixings (watching your video suggests I should have done that after the primer). Now I'm selling the solvent based paints as I want to avoid the bad odor and cleaning the brushes as well as the long time between coats. If I move to waterbased, do I prime the softwood and undercoat all together and then paint all together ? I really wanted them gloss but not sure it will look good enough. So many questions 🤪🤯 Thank you 🙇‍♂️

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Hi, yes I would first prime the remaining areas of bare timber after treating the knots. Then apply one coat of water based undercoat, or two to ensure it looks nice and white before applying your choice of top coat. The Crown Fastflow gloss does give a nice finish if you are looking for a gloss. I used it on a small cabinet in my "how to transform pine furniture in one day" video.

[@xanbex8324]

Thanks ...it is a pleasure to learn from someone who knows what he is talking about!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you 😊

[@radioactivepotato2068]

These videos are refreshingly comprehensive and concise. Agree about the Purdy. The wall brushes are superb, they hold their shape, but wear beautifully to your stroke. Hard to go back after you've used them. Their poles aren't much cop, but I use the marathon mini a lot. The coverage those little sleeves achieve, and the speed you can move them at is incredible.

[@spencercolgan]

That is very edifying… Regarding the ultralight, the ultraviolet rays from the Sun; thank you for sharing your incredible knowledge

[@davepangolin4996]

This is the only channel you need for decorating hints and tips

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you Dave 😊

[@chrisowen8664]

Hi Aubrey I thank your a very good teacher ,and i follow your video a lot with a lot of good advice .We all have our on way of approaching this problem with going old paint systems .My approach to this is to rub down the old oil based system ,wash it off with sugarsoap rinse with clean water and then apply a good quality undercoat ( Oil Based ) then apply water based paint Regards Chris 👍😁

[@lizrothwell1210]

Great step by step ,easily understood instructions someone who made perfect sense.I feel so much more confident to paint over gloss after watching listening to this man.Thankyou !

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great news, glad you have found the video helpful. Hope all goes well with the decorating Liz 😊

[@garythompson9452]

I really appreciate you putting this up. I am going to look at your other videos. I'm trying to do my place up, using the knowledge from KZbin. I am an absolute novice so I learn from experts like yourself to save myself time and money. Thanks again.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great news that you are finding the videos helpful Gary. I hope all goes well with the decorating 😊

[@garythompson9452]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thank you, Aubrey.

[@jaxbeatty2918]

He taught me too , love that man he’s a ledgend ❤

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thanks Jax 😊

[@tuttabob]

Thank you for sharing this vital information. I was always told you had to strip the oil paint before using a water based paint!! Now looking forward to painting that door that I have left for years!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Good stuff, hope all goes well for you 😊

[@jacquelinedennis3861]

I have a property that is one hundred-three years old, and I need to repaint the woodwork that was painted. This video was VERY helpful.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you, glad it was helpful 😊

[@Gollammeister]

If it was me and time is not a factor I'd chemical strip the lot back to bare wood and start from scratch primer then undercoat then top coat such as a gloss maybe

[@Gollammeister]

I'm currently sanding wall with silk paint on with 60 grit but I will go over with some fine sandpaper to help remove any big scratches etc

[@richardsmith7185]

As a painter I wanted to repaint some oil paintings using acrylic paints but acrylic paints on top of oil paints would simply peel off. This looks like it's going to solve that problem, thanks for the suggestion. R.

[@colinmoore68]

Thanks Aubrey, ex-pat here in the U.S. and very grateful for this information. We need this trade to be added to community colleges here too.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you are finding the videos helpful Colin. Yes, valuable skills that can be used both at home and at work.

[@paulbell2844]

Thanks for this info - just saved me from making a costly mistake painting an old doorframe! Great videos :)

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Great to hear, glad you are enjoying the video`s Paul 😊

[@dianawunder3485]

Love this! Thank you for all the details and information. I tackled my pink 1957 bathroom with this and it worked great!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great news Diana, glad all went well for you 😊

[@fabricofsociety2693]

So glad I found your channel...absolutely brilliant, such clear instruction. Thank you!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is brilliant news, so glad you are finding the videos helpful. Hope all goes well with your decorating projects 😊

[@grace-shantif2073]

Brilliant Easy-to-follow detailed info! Master teacher Thank U 😂 we have Zinger paints in Australia and different Brush Brands and your info Aubrey, gives enough detail to find relevant ones here! Agin ... Brilliant instructions 😊

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you found the video helpful grace and thank you for your nice comment. Glad you can get the Zinsser paint down in Australia. Hope all goes well for you with your decorating projects 😊

[@stevenewbank]

I've been using Zinsser Perma White satin over Zinsser BIN primer, looks fantastic

[@martinosicka7051]

great help, Aubrey. having the fridge open that long concerned me though.

[@hardworker8030]

I was wondering why he just didn't move the camera instead of opening the fridge door.

[@johndavies3100]

It wasn’t his fridge 😂

[@cblandblueyonder]

Very good. I just used some Bullseye 1-2-3 and Johnstone's Aqua Guard. The point about the brushes is critical, synthetic brushes are not a "nice to have". I had a set of Harris ones, which just said they were suitable for all paint types. They were fine with vinyl emulsion on the ceiling, but with the Aqua Guard on the wood, they were a nightmare. Paint dragging, not adhering. I thought it was the paint, yet I had seen videos of it being applied successfully. I switched to a different brush (a Dulux one I had for cutting in) which I knew was fully synthetic, and the paint went on like a different product. If you are going to use some water based paints, don't soldier on with old brushes that you have in the shed, unless you know that they are synthetic! If in doubt, get some from a decorator's centre, and take their advice.

[@RBC0405]

Arroworthy Classics work VERY well with the Johnnos ;-)

[@rosieboston3237]

I’ve watched a few of your videos now, and your videos and how to instructions are really clear and simple. Thank you

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you like them Rosie 😊

[@dianebarron8362]

I love LOVE LOVE the 123 paint does a great finish but does need 2 coats if you want it to be your finish so needs to have a water base finish over it

[@robertmclean6927]

Brilliant thank you. I would have liked to see the comparison between primer and no primer.

[@sammyat56]

Thank you. I was researching shellac based Zinsser to cover the oil based trim and doors, so I could paint them with water based paint. I am hesitant about the need for mineral products for clean up. After watching your video, I'm using the water based Zinsser.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is good news, hope all goes well for you. I am sure you will like using the 123 😊

[@olgaolga207]

Does the bulls eyes 123 work on standard walls that have been painted with oil based paint?

[@sammyat56]

@@olgaolga207 I used 123 and it worked. If possible a light sanding and cleaning the walls will help. If you have grease residue, clean the walls but do not use TSP, it releases a chemicals that does not allow 123 to adhere. It happened to me in a kitchen ceiling and it was a nightmare to remove the 123 from the entire ceiling. I called 123 company and they told me about the reasons it didn't stick I wish you success

[@missmichellemarden]

Thank you for such a helpful video! I've been scrolling online for ages trying to find answers to everything you've covered here

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is brilliant news Michelle, glad it was helpful. More video`s are in the pipeline 😊

[@jodaly2024]

Thank you for sharing your expertise. I feel ready to paint my woodwork now. 😄

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great news, hope all goes well with the decorating 👍

[@neilbartlett3018]

Great videos thanks. So how would you paint over water base paint with an oil based paint? Thanks

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Oil based paint will adhere very well to water based paint. For example, woodwork previously painted with water based satin. If you wanted to apply oil based satin then as long as it is in good condition, lightly abrade with a fine abrasive and apply the oil based satin directly onto the surface. If you wanted to apply an oil based gloss, then first apply an oil based undercoat. Glad you are finding the videos helpful.

[@neilbartlett3018]

Thanks for the info

[@jimmyniland9721]

It’s given me a lot of confidence and reassurance.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is good news 😊

[@MrJasdog107]

Good information in this video thanks i am in the trade use Zinsser Bulls Eye 123 alot transforms any surface to take all water based finnishes .

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes, I agree James, 123 is a great product with many uses 😊

[@london_roubenl]

Thankyou for the clear easily understood advice, and your time- much appreciated.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@JesusHernandez-dg3bg]

Damn Paul McCarthy really knows his paints. Greetings from Mexico

[@orbitalforest]

Nice video Aubrey , i will add pure bristle brushes are much better in oil paint than synthetics though .

[@bitTorrenter]

Will be looking at that Johnstone's paint.

[@zuziohara8095]

You are awesome Aubrey ! I love your videos. I am new to painting and your videos helped me so much ! Thank you very much. Keep the good work up!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great news, glad you are finding the video`s helpful 😊

[@cathedralImages]

Straightforward old school !!! Good man

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you 😊

[@nobbystyles4807]

good tips. ive been spray coating for about a year but trying to learn the finer points of decorating on my own so i can do more. i would go and do an nvq but im nearly 50 so i dont think you can at my age.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad to hear you are working well with the spray coating and keen to improve your decorating skills Nobby. You could follow a Diploma level 1 or 2 course at college. However, these courses can now be quite expensive but many mature learners do attend them as they want a career change. Glad you are finding the video`s helpful, I will be adding more in the future 😊

[@joseantoniogonzalez1683]

Can I apply Matt vinyl in my door straight away? Thanks

[@fortheloveofteaching5906]

Hi I have oil based painted cream colored cabinets in kitchen . They have areas that are worn with paint chipped or scratched. I want to sand the clear coat and some more of the color off to make it look vintage. After I get the “worn look” I want what can I put on them to seal them or protect them ? Thank you for your help . Love your videos !!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you are finding the videos helpful. As the cabinets are painted with an oil based paint, once you have distressed them you could apply a coat of oil based polyurethane satin varnish to seal them. I would apply it with either a foam or or microfibre roller (4" mini roller). Hope all goes well for you.

[@lydjb]

Im a fan of Zinsser BIN and use loads of johnstones satin with it 👌👌

[@multirevelator]

Thanks, awesome video and golden advice and straight to the point.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you, glad you found the video helpful 😊

[@m9017t]

Brilliant video, I followed these steps and the door looks fantastic! Thanks!

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great to hear Matt, good stuff 😊

[@19apollo63]

Brilliant video has really helped me to understand how to get a great finish on all my internal doors. I didn't know the tip using the methylated spirit and that has really helped as the previous owners seem to have used a mixture of paints on the doors.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you found the video helpful Tom. Hope all goes well wit the decorating 😊

[@johnpayne5985]

Another very informative video from Aubrey. Thank you, Sir.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

You are very welcome John 👍

[@airedaleterrierhannah9770]

Great thanks Aub . How do you get the paint of the tin without it running down the sides lol

[@teslaandhumanity7383]

Use your brush to brush it back off the tin if it does drip 💧. Maybe while pouring rotate can slightly.

[@markgarland9657]

Great video - thank you. I wanted to ask about lightly sanding between coats. The advice seems to vary - some do between every coat, some just the top primer coat, and some for every top coat. I note that you don't mention doing this at all - does that mean it isn't required? Thank you.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you like the video Mark. If you look at some of my other video`s you will see that I usually de-nib the surface with some worn 240 grade abrasive paper before applying the final coat. I may also de-nib between coats if there is contamination on the surface. Hope all goes well with your decorating 😊

[@chunkymonkey55555]

You might want to try Albany water based gloss. When I used it, I almost couldn't believe it wasn't oil based.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thanks, I will check it out 😊

[@chunkymonkey55555]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating I hope you find it good now I have put my reputation on the line... :)

[@erib156]

so helpful, you made my day knowing I can renew my doors with water based paint 🥰

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad I could help! 😊

[@erib156]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating you're great!

[@lisapointer4350]

This is a fantastic tutorial soooo much useful information Thank you so very much for taking so much time & trouble to present a brilliant video truly inspirational Stay safe

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you Lisa. I am so glad that you are finding the video`s helpful. I hope all goes well for you with your decorating projects 😊

[@debbierichmond2030]

Fantastic video with great info thank you! We have a bannister and railings where water based gloss has been painted over oil based paint without any primer so the results are peeling and runs all over 😬 How do we resolve this problem...sanding all back to get rid of the runs and rhe peeling? Massive job we have inherited and dont know where to start! All help massively appreciated

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Goodness me that doesn't sound good. You could try removing the worst of the defects with a stripping knife and 120 grade abrasive paper. Then apply one or two coats of Zinsser Peel Stop over the bannister and spindles. This should help to provide a more stable surface before re-painting. Hope you do manage to sort it out.

[@debbierichmond2030]

Thank you so much for your reply and advice. We will give it a go for sure.

[@johnbower]

You pointed out some very good tips, but one question I wood like to ask, would it not have been better to rough up the oil paint surface using scotchbrite, as scotchbrite material flexes and would get into the rebated grooves around the door panels better than sandpaper.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes that can be used as a good alternative. I often use a flexible sanding block when preparing lots of moulded areas.

[@MotorcycleMadness-r1y]

Thank you. Absolutely exactly what I was searching for. 👍

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@aviationinterest8720]

Can emulsion paint be used on wood? Which water based paint is best for wood? Please tell. Thank you. Very nice explanation.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

It all depends on the type of wood, where it is, what it is going to be used for and has it already been coated with a paint, wood stain etc. Can you get back to me regarding this.

[@aviationinterest8720]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating I'll be using the wood for mostly project work. It is not for exterior purpose or door or furniture. The board has three coats of oil based satin paint.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

If you would like the paint to be durable I would suggest 2 coats of the 123 and then two coats of acrylic (water based) eggshell. If you first apply the 123 over the oil based satin then you could really apply any type of water based paint finish including vinyl emulsion.

[@aviationinterest8720]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating ok . Thank you very much. Very helpful.

[@howlingwolf8441]

Hey brother..you should have wiped that panel down after you sanded it prior to applying the 1.2.3. primer...thanks..👍

[@jackwardley3626]

the crown and johnstones here are hybrids paints you will need to use a spirit to clean stuff up properly and these will still yellow in my experience oil is still the best. best of just using a light base colour.

[@andy654shaz]

Just watched your video I’ve painted water based paint on top of of oil based gloss paint is a bit patchy any ideas how to rectify

[@PuffyWuzHere]

So you can use water based primer over an oil painted door?

[@lunabe11e]

Zinsser has soooo many uses… agreed 100%

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

It certainly is a very useful product 😊

[@zoomermcboomer4771]

Does this work with walls, too for multiple rooms? Or is it just too big a hassle, and i should just swap new water paint with an oil based paint instead.

[@LI0N0FTHETRIBE0FJUDAH]

So sanding an oil paint door then waterbased undercoat and gloss wouldn't work ?

[@mukeshpatel-gj4sd]

Top man,,,,best ever explanation simple and easy.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you Mukesh, glad you found the video helpful 😊

[@hannahb6750]

I bought zinsser bin as I wanted to paint various surfaces with Matt emulsion eg, Laminate, radiators, plaster and skirting boards. I used it and allowed to cure for 2 days and the paint just slides around and doesn't adhere. Paint I'm using is water based, any advice to help as I've got a whole £52 tin going to waste 😩

[@ka5269]

Oh dear. What happened then?

[@iestynjones5796]

Brilliant knowledge. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you Lestyn, glad it was helpful 😊

[@kathywhitaker11]

Nice vid Aubs! Love your stuff. You must be always busy 😘

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you Kathy, yes always plenty to do 😊

[@alqaryoutinabiha8288]

What kind of base primer we can use fir example is Geso ok fir this

[@tonylagonie]

Thanks you for the info. Apparently the painter who painted my room a few months ago must’ve done latex over oil and now everything is peeling.. 😞 Looks like i got one heck of a project ahead of me.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That's not good Tony, hope all goes well for you.

[@sammyat56]

Thanks for the video. is the zinsser you are using water base or shellac base? Your videos are so good.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you are finding the videos helpful. The Zinsser product used in this video is water based.

[@davidcoleman6032]

Brilliant video Aubrey!I am going to be tackling my utility room soon which to be honest hasn't been touched for 15 years,at the moment it looks to have been previously painted with bathroom paint on the walls.I would like to apply a scrubberble waterbased matt by Johnson's.The paint at the moment is peeling and flaking off in some areas and really sound in others.If I clean the whole lot with sugar soap,scrape off the defective paint add a coat of 1.2.3 then fill any imperfections then follow your video would you think I have covered everything?Any advice would be very much appreciated.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Hi Dave, your plan of action looks good and should achieve good results. Glad you found the video helpful. Hope the utility room project goes well 😊

[@davidcoleman6032]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thankyou so much for getting back to me Aubrey and also for educating us diyers who like me find the painting options a complete maze.Many thanks.

[@mattpowell1923]

Hi Aubrey, thank you for the effort you put into these videos, much appreciated. Could Leyland Trade Acrylic Primer Undercoat be used instead of Bulls Eye 123 to adhere to old semi rubbed down gloss? Before then applying a water based gloss/satin.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Hi Matt glad you are finding the video`s helpful. Unfortunately acrylic primer undercoat does not adhere well enough to oil based coatings and could cause problems with the paint chipping and peeling in the future. Two other products from Zinsser which are commonly used by decorators as first coat over oil based are Cover Stain and Bin Primer but I prefer the 123. I know these products are not cheap but they certainly do the job.

[@mattpowell1923]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating OK thanks Aubrey, I will stick to the Bullseye 123. You are right, they are quite expensive products; hopefully you get what you pay for!

[@arncj18]

what respirator do you recommend for oil based paints?

[@peterg2900]

Hi Aubery. Great vid. Wishing you and your family a very happy Christmas and a very happy New Year. Take care. All the best. 🇬🇧👍👌❤️🤶🎉🎉

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Thank you Pete, Yes we are all looking forward to Christmas here. All the best to you and your family too 😊

[@steveneedham4726]

This is just what I was looking for! Very helpful.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad to hear it! 😊

[@bsfbestshortfilmsonyoutube]

Hi Aubrey - Question ? How much paint would I need to paint two coats front and back of a door the same size to the door you painted in your video ? I have x 4 doors of a similar size and would like to know total amount of paint needed. I am going to prime first - which I know will be half the amount of Top coats. so for one door front and back would be 4 coats on each door . x 4 doors ? total amount of paint in liters would i need ? 🙃

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

If the doors are of the panelled variety You will need just over a litre of paint to apply two coats to both sides of the four doors. It may be cost effective to purchase a 2.5L tin.

[@bsfbestshortfilmsonyoutube]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thank you for your advice. 👍

[@christianjones7825]

Hi great video! Used this method to great effect with my door frames and skirting boards. I used dulux trade diamond satin wood for my top coat. I’ve prepped my stair case banister the same way and plan to finish with a water based gloss (dulux). Would you add any additional steps/products before top coating for a good smooth finish? I’m worried I won’t achieve anything close to the finish I could expect using a solvent based top coat. Cheers

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

I am glad things have gone so well for you Christian that is great news. When painting the staircase spindles/banister I would suggest you slightly thin the water based gloss with a dash of water to avoid thick edges. When painting the spindles I would suggest painting them 2 at a time doing one side swiftly followed by the other to get a good wrap around effect. Hope all goes well for you on this next project 😊

[@christianjones7825]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thank you for the swift reply and tip! I’ll be sure to put it to work. All the best!

[@one-off3264]

Could you use zinsser b.i.n. before applying water based acrylic eggshell on top of existing oil paint? I already have a tin lying around I used to prime a varnished cupboard...

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes, that should be fine.

[@one-off3264]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating great thanks

[@Lukebourne99]

I have never found a water based undercoat/primer that gives adequate adhesion. Dulux oil based undercoat is the only product that has never let me down

[@liddlebird5455]

Great video, thanks! Did anyone ever tell you look like Paul McCartney?

[@jackalprince7964]

Hello. Nice video. I have in storage LEYLAND TRADE ACRYLIC PRIMER UNDERCOAT. Will this paint work over oil paint? Thankyou.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Unfortunately acrylic primer undercoat does not adhere well to oil based paints. It will easily chip and peel away from the surface. I am sure it will be useful for other decorating projects 😊

[@no-oneman.4140]

Sorry I'm confused. Understand using the Zinsser 123, do you then have to use an undercoat or can you go straight to a water based gloss ? You seem to have contradicted yourself when you mention the Crown undercoat .....

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

I would apply two coats of the 123 followed by your water based gloss.

[@dianebarron8362]

I just bought a new house and the doors are pealing where bumped I believe they threw a latex gloss over an oil and now it peels like a sunburn what can I do about it?

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

This is a common problem and can be a real pain. Unfortunately unless the top coat of latex is completely removed it will continue to be a problem. I know you hate sanding 😒 but if you are lucky sometimes if you abrade it with a 80 grade abrasive it will come off in pieces. Alternatively a very sharp scraper used at a low angle may remove it. I do hope you can sort it out without to much hassle Diane 😊

[@Moto-411]

so what happens if you put water based on oil based then after a year you relies as its bleeding through ? what do you do in that situation?

[@lindasalfen593]

Can I use this on a floor. I am in a small rented apartment but can’t remember what I used - it was floor paint then I stencilled a pattern over and top coated that was five years ago and it needs re-done- just want a different pattern..

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes, that should be fine Linda.

[@kaddo.k702]

Can you apply this method to the frame as well, sand it then use same paint as the door?

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes you can 😊

[@MoonSpinners]

This is a great video, thank you. I have a question I hope you can help me with. I have a wall that the previous owner painted with gloss paint. I want to paint over it with emulsion. Can I use the Zinsser stuff on the whole wall before the emulsion and not have to sand the wall down?

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes, you can do that, however, giving the wall a light sand down with a 240 grade abrasive first will help to improve adhesion and also make it look better. Hope all goes well for you.

[@MoonSpinners]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating …thank you so much for replying, you’ve been a great help. I’ll follow your advice 🤗

[@garyfaulkner9745]

Great advice and well presented.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@TavsIsAbout]

Hi Aubrey, I’ve currently got one coat of 123 on the woodwork/door in a bedroom that’s been glossed previously. But I’ve run out of 123 now. I’ve got a tin of zinsser cover stain available and a tin of quick dry undercoat available. I want to end up with an eggshell topcoat. Should I use cover stain for a second coat or the quick dry undercoat before the eggshell?

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Hi, I would use the cover stain, many decorators use this instead of the 123 when changing from oil to water based. Hope all goes well with the decorating 😊

[@bitTorrenter]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating I thought the whole point of using the 1-2-3 was to prime for a water based top coat. Using Cover Stain is switching back to using oil/alkyd. Doesn't it defeat the object of using 1-2-3?

[@jennyjones2571]

I’m painting the external masonry wall on my house. Previous occupiers have used oil based emulsion so the modern day exterior paint is flaking off, can I use the Zinnser under masonary paint? TIA

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes, the 123 is fine to use externaly and should be very suitable for this project. Hope all goes well for you Jenny 😊

[@adamharland7716]

Thanks for the video, very helpful. Just had an average 2 bed flat painted for £2900 + vat.......(Havent paid yet). Walls are white and there was white oil paint on the woodwork before and all in good condition but a bit yellow. Painter just finished and walls are perfectly ok. I asked for mid priced water based eggshell and he used crown fast flow satin white straight on the woodwork. Problem is you can very easily scrape the paint off with a finger nail on every bit of woodwork......I hate to think what state it will be in after a few months. I don't think this is acceptable and after watching your video he should have primed it first......could I ask what you think? Many thanks Adam

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Water based paint does struggle to adhere when applied directly onto oil based paint like gloss. It is good practice to first apply a sealer like Zinsser Bullseye 123 or Zinsser Cover Stain. This does make a big difference. The paint might require scraping off before sealing and re-painting.

[@paulstockley441]

He should have sanded it all down, then primed and undercoated. I'm forever undoing poorly painted jobs on woodwork. Sounds like he just put 2 topcoats straight on.

[@markusganzherrlich]

After removing the old paint on a wooden garden table, we applied oil paint without colour. Is it OK to apply water-based paint on that to colour it now that a week has passed or should we wait longer? We're having 36-42° C 18 hours a day for your information.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Hi, have been watching it on the news about how hot it is over where you are. It can`t be easy. I would wait until the temperature has dropped to a more forgiving temperature before applying any more paint. Then perhaps apply some Bullseye 123 onto the oil painted table before applying a coloured water based top coat. Alternatively you could apply Zinsser BIN Primer instead of the 123. Hope it gets cooler for you all soon, only 20C over here in South of England.

[@mannyroman6133]

Very well explained, excellent advice.

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@carpii]

Hi, I've got a door where the inner hinge edge of the door has lots of paint chips out of it. So I need some product to fill this in and get the edge nicely square. The indents are only 1mm depth at most though. I tried some Ronseal wood filler on my skirting boards which had a similar problem, but it was difficult to apply, and also to sand smooth afterwards. Would you just use some smooth polyfilla, or something else? Thanks

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

If you look at my video called how to fill cracks and holes in doors and windows I am using a filler which may be good for this. It is a very tough filler. Once you add the hardener it dries very quickly so you will need to work fast. Mix a small amount at a time, leave for about half an hour before rubbing down. Hope you manage to get this problem sorted 😊

[@mukeshpatel-gj4sd]

Just one question. Paint brush. Roller or spray gun for trims. What do you think

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

My personal preference is to use a good quality paint brush like a Purdy. I also normally thin the trim paints slightly before application which gives a much better finish and reduces brush marks. Hope all goes well for you Mukesh 😊

[@teslaandhumanity7383]

Hamilton and Purdy are the best .

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Very true 👍

[@Grant547]

Can I paint a oil based paint straight on to existing oil based paint or do I need to sand it back and undercoat it? Thank you

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

I would always recommend abrading the surface first with a 240 grade abrasive paper to improve adhesion and finish. If you are going to apply an oil based gloss paint then you will need to first apply an oil based undercoat. If you are going to apply an oil based satinwood or eggshell then no undercoat is required. I hope that helps.

[@ebazileyes1475]

I love doing DIY's Very helpful information. New subscriber ~ Caribbean

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

That is great to hear, glad you are enjoying the videos. The Caribbean - Wow 😊

[@hktk5]

This is very helpful. Thank you. Can I use Dulux cladshield (Autumn Fern 6) onto Bulls eye 123? (I've painted oil-based on the cladding). Thank you

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Yes, that should be fine 😊

[@andrewfenning3043]

I've just painted the woodwork using Dulux Trade Diamond Satinwood with a Harris Trade brush but I can distinctly see brush marks on parts of the door and window sill after applying a Homebase water based primer/undercoat and 2 coats of Dulux. Where have I gone wrong?

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Some of the water based primer undercoats are quite thick in texture. They do not flow out like their oil based alternatives. If you use these again I would suggest thinning them slightly with water to make them less viscous. When dry give them a light rub down with a 240grade abrasive before applying the water based satinwood. I also thin the satinwood slightly with water when I use it. It helps it flow out better and reduces the brush marks. I hope that helps.

[@andrewfenning3043]

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating did feel the satinwood paint was quite thick and hard at times to work with. Watering down slightly makes a lot of sense! Thanks Aubrey will give that a try!

[@kemicalyemster]

Thabks for giving out eo much knowledge here

[@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating]

Glad you found it helpful 😊