Can epoxy have a matte or satin finish?
Epoxy will only cure as a high gloss coating. However, you may be able to attain a matte or satin finish after curing using one of the following methods:
- You can apply a spray coat of matter lacquer or satin lacquer over the cured epoxy surface.
- You can sand the surface with 300 grit sandpaper, then wipe it in beeswax.
- Note: Test this on a small scale first, as it may not provide your desired result.
- You can try using something like Homax grade #0000 steel wool.
- This will create a matte finish if used properly, typically with water and dish soap, while rubbing in circular motions.
- Note: Test this on a small scale first, as it may not provide your desired result.
- You can use #000 or #0000 steel wool; this will create really fine scratches in the surface to dull the finish.
- Alternatively, you can achieve a good result by polishing and sanding with a combination of wet-sanding using sandpaper of different grits and buffing compounds until the desired finish is achieved. Start with around 300 grit sandpaper, then work your way up to about 1200 grit.
- We also offer Osmo products, which will give you a matte or satin finish.
- The Polyx-Oil finish is great for standard surfaces.
- The TopOil finish is great for food surfaces, as it is FDA approved.