How to Reduce Gloss in High Gloss Enamel

High-gloss enamel paint resists stains and fingerprints for easy kitchen cleanup.

When you want to apply a new finish to a wood surface, you must first clean and sand it to remove the old finish so the new finish can bond. High gloss enamel is shiny and smooth and may repel any other finish that you want to add on top of it. Liquid sander deglossers reduce your preparation time, as they sand the high gloss enamel off and remove the shiny layer in one step.

Things You'll Need

• Chemical splash goggles
• Chemical-resistant gloves
• Lint-free cloth

Instructions

1. Put on chemical splash goggles and chemical-resistant gloves to protect your eyes and hands.

2. Shake the bottle of liquid sander deglosser thoroughly to mix the product.

3. Pour the liquid sander deglosser onto a lint-free cloth to saturate the cloth.

4. Place the cloth on one side of the enamel object. Rub in a circular motion, working in sections to the other end of your project. Fold the cloth over in a different direction and keep wetting it with the deglosser to maintain a wet cloth. Use additional clothes for large areas on cabinets or long lengths of wood molding.

5. Allow the product to dry for about 10 minutes before you add another finish to the enamel.

Tips & Warnings

• Liquid sanding deglossers appear as a milky white film on the enamel when they are wet. The white film disappears as the products dries and does not leave a residue.

• If you are adding a different finish to the enamel, apply it within one hour for the best bonding results.

References

• Klean-Strip: Easy Liquid Sander Deglosser Directions for Use

Resources

• Refinish Furniture: Liquid Deglosser