How to Cover Glossy Paint on Wood

Glossy paint applied over wood can be difficult to cover because the texture of the paint is extremely slick. This is true for glossy paint that is intact as well as chipping or peeling paint. In order to cover glossy paint on wood effectively, it is important to prepare and paint the wood using a few basic home improvement supplies and tools. This enables you to refinish glossy wood in an effective and efficient manner.

Sanding buffer
Medium-grit sanding disc
Vacuum
Fine-grit sandpaper
2 paint trays
Latex primer
2 paintbrushes, 3-inch flat
Matte latex paint

Instructions

- 1
  Sand the surface of the glossy wood using a sanding buffer with a medium-grit sanding disc.
- 2
  Vacuum the area to remove any sawdust and debris.
- 3
  Fill a paint tray with latex primer and coat a 3-inch flat paintbrush in the primer.
- 4
  Paint the primer in an even layer over the entire surface of the glossy-painted wood. Allow the primer to dry eight to 12 hours. The primer will cover over dark, bold or shiny paint to create a flat matte layer on which you can apply other paint.
- 5
  Sand the surface of the primer-covered wall using fine-grit sandpaper to ensure the finish is smooth. Vacuum to remove any dust or debris.
- 6
  Fill a second paint tray with matte latex paint. Coat a second 3-inch flat paintbrush in the paint.
- 7
  Apply the latex paint in an even layer over the primer-covered surface of the wood. Allow the paint to dry eight to 12 hours.
- 8
  Apply a second coat of paint over the wood using the same methods as before. Allow the paint to dry for an additional eight to 12 hours before using or handling the wood.

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