What is the difference between gloss semi gloss and satin polyurethane?

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Likewise, people ask, should I use satin or gloss polyurethane?

Polyurethane is applied to floors to give them a hard wearing and tough topcoat, as well as to furniture to give it a lustrous, shiny finish. The main difference in a satin vs a gloss finish is the amount of shine. Satin urethanes have more flattening paste to take the luster out, so you end up with less sheen.

Similarly, is semi gloss polyurethane more durable than satin? Semi-gloss has a slightly higher luster level than satin. This means more light reflects off your floors. This gives a more formal feel that really highlights the beauty of hardwood. The higher gloss level of semi-gloss makes it slightly more durable than a satin finish.

Moreover, what is the difference between gloss semi gloss and satin?

Semi-gloss is often most compared to a satin finish, but has much more sheen than the latter. That means light from windows and lamps will bounce off semi-gloss paint more easily than than a flatter finish, like eggshell or satin.

Can I put satin polyurethane over gloss?

Q: Can I put a satin polyurethane over semi-gloss finish, on a hardwood floor? A: Yes. As with all coatings, the finish will need to be thoroughly buffed to gain adhesion.