[newbpainter]

For latex. I just finished(it's 10;30 pm) painting my kitchen ceiling with a semi-gloss. I plan on putting the 2nd coat on tomorrow afternoon. Do I have to sand or scuff before I put on the 2nd coat? I remember reading paint doesn't stick well to semi-gloss, but I'm unsure if that only applies to old well cured paints, or also new fresh coats?

 

[chrisn]

Paint away, no need to sand first coat unless there is a lot of crap in the finish.

 

[newbpainter]

Thanks. Excellent news. My shoulders were getting tired just looking at the ceiling lol.

 

[waynech]

I always sand any finish that has a sheen when applying a topcoat. It is not only for a smooth finish but also adhesion. But then again I could be wrong.

 

[chrisn]

I always sand any finish that has a sheen when applying a topcoat. It is not only for a smooth finish but also adhesion

Not necessarily wrong, just not needed,especially on the ceiling.

 

[Matthewt1970]

And if the paint isn't cured it really won't sand well.

 

[newbpainter]

I put the second coat on without sanding - no problems, looks good so far.