{"id":6745,"date":"2022-04-14T12:01:19","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T06:01:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/?p=6745"},"modified":"2022-04-14T12:01:20","modified_gmt":"2022-04-14T06:01:20","slug":"can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Use Emulsion on Wood? (Read This First!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Choosing the right paint might be difficult whenever it comes to painting on wood or a DIY project with wood. A wrong paint or sealant on the wood might damage the properties of the wood. Generally, the emulsion is used for interior walls and sealing purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you might be confused about whether you can use emulsion on wood or not. You have to know about the safety of using emulsion on wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, knowing the consequences and drawbacks of using emulsion on wood is also essential. So, let&rsquo;s see whether you can use emulsion on wood or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_emulsion_on_wood\"><\/span><strong>Can you use emulsion on wood?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can use emulsion on wood. The emulsion will stick to the wood surface. When you paint interior wood objects with emulsion, it will be okay. If you want to use emulsion on exterior wood, the wood will need preparation and more durable paint. You should prepare the wood before using emulsion.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662f2d4b961bd\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662f2d4b961bd\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\"><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Can_you_use_emulsion_on_wood\" title=\"Can you use emulsion on wood?\">Can you use emulsion on wood?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Wood_paneling\" title=\"Wood paneling:\">Wood paneling:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Wood_outside\" title=\"Wood outside:\">Wood outside:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Wood_doors_and_furniture\" title=\"Wood doors and furniture:\">Wood doors and furniture:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Bare_wood\" title=\"Bare wood:\">Bare wood:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Varnished_wood\" title=\"Varnished wood:\">Varnished wood:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Is_emulsion_paint_good_for_wood\" title=\"Is emulsion paint good for wood?\">Is emulsion paint good for wood?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Versatile\" title=\"Versatile:\">Versatile:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Uniform_finish\" title=\"Uniform finish:\">Uniform finish:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Glossy_appearance\" title=\"Glossy appearance:\">Glossy appearance:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Varieties\" title=\"Varieties:\">Varieties:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Can_you_use_these_emulsion_paints_on_wood\" title=\"Can you use these emulsion paints on wood?\">Can you use these emulsion paints on wood?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Matt_emulsion\" title=\"Matt emulsion:\">Matt emulsion:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Vinyl_silk_emulsion\" title=\"Vinyl silk emulsion:\">Vinyl silk emulsion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Can_you_use_emulsion_on_wood_as_an_undercoat\" title=\"Can you use emulsion on wood as an undercoat?\">Can you use emulsion on wood as an undercoat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Can_I_use_Farrow_Ball_Estate_or_Modern_emulsion_paints_on_wood\" title=\"Can I use Farrow &amp; Ball Estate or Modern emulsion paints on wood?\">Can I use Farrow &amp; Ball Estate or Modern emulsion paints on wood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#How_to_seal_emulsion_paint_on_wood\" title=\"How to seal emulsion paint on wood?\">How to seal emulsion paint on wood?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Can_I_prime_wood_to_paint_on_with_matt_emulsion\" title=\"Can I prime wood to paint on with matt emulsion?\">Can I prime wood to paint on with matt emulsion?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood.jpg 800w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-300x225.jpg 300w, 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calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6746 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-720x540.jpg.webp 720w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-480x360.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-320x240.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-735x551.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-335x251.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-347x260.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-520x390.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood-640x480.jpg.webp 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/diymelon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3501.-Can-you-use-emulsion-on-wood.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, different objects and furniture can be wood in your house. Each object might have different reactions to the emulsion. So, you should know about different wood and their effect after using emulsion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wood_paneling\"><\/span><strong>Wood paneling:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can use emulsion on wood paneling. Generally, the emulsion is pretty suitable to use on wood paneling. An emulsion is smooth and gives a glossy finish. Moreover, applying emulsion on wood paneling is pretty easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, wood paneling inside the house will be okay because it doesn&rsquo;t need too much durability. But if the paneling is outside, the wood will need to be prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wood_outside\"><\/span><strong>Wood outside:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using emulsion on wood outside is not recommended. Generally, we use durable and water-resistant painting and sealing on wood outside. Outside wood has to go through different stages of weather and conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you apply the emulsion to the wood outside, it will not be durable. Though emulsion might look glossy and attractive, it will not be water-resistant. So, the emulsion layer will start to deteriorate soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wood_doors_and_furniture\"><\/span><strong>Wood doors and furniture:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use emulsion on wood furniture. But it would be best if you did not use emulsion on wood doors. Generally, wood furniture remains indoors and stays in a place. If the emulsion is not durable, it will be okay for indoor furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the door is one of the most used wood in our house. The emulsion coating will soon chip off if you use emulsion on doors. Moreover, the door will not be water-resistant and sealed well. So, there is a chance of damaging the quality of the door soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bare_wood\"><\/span><strong>Bare wood:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use emulsion on bare wood. But the emulsion coating will not be durable. So, you should prepare the bare wood first. Then you can use emulsion as an undercoat or as a final coating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Varnished_wood\"><\/span><strong>Varnished wood:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use emulsion on varnished wood. But the emulsion will not stick to the surface well. If you want to make the emulsion layer durable, you have to sand the varnished wood first. Then emulsion will stick to the wood surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_emulsion_paint_good_for_wood\"><\/span><strong>Is emulsion paint good for wood?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know you can emulsion paint on wood, you might want to see whether it is good or not. Generally, <strong>emulsion paint is good for indoor wood<\/strong>. Let&rsquo;s see the reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Versatile\"><\/span><strong>Versatile:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Emulsion paint is pretty versatile. You can use emulsion on different surfaces, including various types of wood. For example, you can use emulsion on wood furniture, wood paneling, frames, spindles, stairs, skirting boards, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, you can use emulsion as an undercoat for other paints. Besides, you can use a topcoat with emulsion on wood also.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uniform_finish\"><\/span><strong>Uniform finish:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Emulsion paint provides a uniform finish on the wood. Many people like to have the same color as indoor wood furniture or paneling. So, the emulsion can be a good choice. It will provide the same finish all over the wood surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glossy_appearance\"><\/span><strong>Glossy appearance:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Emulsion paint also provides a glossy appearance on wood. When you apply a layer of emulsion, it will look attractive. If you put multiple layers of emulsion, the glossiness will enhance. Moreover, the finish is flat and smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Varieties\"><\/span><strong>Varieties:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Emulsion paints have different varieties. For example, gloss emulsion paint, matt emulsion, satin emulsion, etc., are available. So, you can use it according to your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_these_emulsion_paints_on_wood\"><\/span><strong>Can you use these emulsion paints on wood?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Emulsion paints can also be of different types. For example, matt emulsion, vinyl silk emulsion, etc., are different types of emulsion paints. So, let&rsquo;s see whether you can use these emulsion paints on wood or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matt_emulsion\"><\/span><strong>Matt emulsion:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use matt emulsion on wood also. But matt emulsion might not be durable much. So, if you want to use matt emulsion paint on the wood surface, you should use it only for indoor wood surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use matt emulsion paint on outside wood, the coating will not be durable. So, it will damage because of weather issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you can use matt emulsion on wood surfaces that don&rsquo;t require too much durability. But if you use matt emulsion on door wood or outside wood, the coating will soon damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinyl_silk_emulsion\"><\/span><strong>Vinyl silk emulsion:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vinyl silk emulsion paint is pretty suitable to use on wood. Because vinyl silk emulsion paint makes the surfaces pop. That&rsquo;s why it will be easy to clean the surface. Moreover, vinyl silk emulsion is the most used emulsion paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even vinyl silk is more effective on wood than satin emulsion paint. This type of emulsion paint provides a bit more durability than others. So, you can use vinyl silk emulsion paint on different wood surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_emulsion_on_wood_as_an_undercoat\"><\/span><strong>Can you use emulsion on wood as an undercoat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes, you can use emulsion on wood as an undercoat.<\/strong> If the paint is water-based, you must use a water-based emulsion as an undercoat. But emulsion is pretty effective as an undercoat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you want to use emulsion on wood as an undercoat, you must first prepare the wood surface. Otherwise, the emulsion will not stick to the surface well. As a result, the overall paint will lose durability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After applying the final paint coat, you have to seal the paint well. So, the overall surface finish will be in good condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_Farrow_Ball_Estate_or_Modern_emulsion_paints_on_wood\"><\/span><strong>Can I use Farrow &amp; Ball Estate or Modern emulsion paints on wood?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can use Farrow &amp; Ball Estate or Modern emulsion paints on wood.<\/strong> But the finish will not be durable. Moreover, this emulsion is not suitable to use on wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, dilute emulsion will be absorbed quickly on wood. So, you can make the emulsion paint dilute and then use it on wood. You can also use Farrow &amp; Ball Estate or Modern emulsion paints on interior wood where too much durability is not required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_seal_emulsion_paint_on_wood\"><\/span><strong>How to seal emulsion paint on wood?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you use emulsion paint on wood, you will need to seal the emulsion paint. Otherwise, the emulsion paint will not be durable on wood. So, you can use a clear varnish or a decorative varnish to seal emulsion paint on wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the wood surface doesn&rsquo;t need too much protection, you can skip using sealant over emulsion paint. <strong>But a varnish or sealant will keep the emulsion paint protected on wood.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, emulsion paint will give a glossy appearance to the wood. So, you will not need high-quality sealant on the emulsion paint. You can simply put a clear coat or decorative coat to seal emulsion paint on wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_prime_wood_to_paint_on_with_matt_emulsion\"><\/span><strong>Can I prime wood to paint on with matt emulsion?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can prime wood to paint on with matt emulsion.<\/strong> But you should not use matt emulsion on wood surfaces. Matt emulsion doesn&rsquo;t provide good durability. So, you can only use emulsion paint on wood that doesn&rsquo;t need much durability and is water-resistant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you want to use matt emulsion paint on wood, you have to prepare the wood first. For example, you can sand the wood first. Then you can use a primer on the wood. After that, you can use emulsion paint and seal the paint with a clear coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&rsquo;t use a primer before applying emulsion paint on wood, it will not create a big difference. But if you can use a primer before the emulsion paint, the overall surface will be a bit more durable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use emulsion on indoor wood generally. Outdoor wood needs more durability, that emulsion paint will not provide. Emulsion paint offers a glossy and smooth finish. So, people like to use emulsion on indoor wood surfaces. You can apply the emulsion on different wood surfaces.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing the right paint might be difficult whenever it comes to painting on wood or a DIY project with wood. A wrong paint or sealant on the wood might damage the properties of the wood. Generally, the emulsion is used for interior walls and sealing purposes. 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