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Painting a newly built aquarium stand?

Recently built an aquarium stand. I decided to paint it black so it stands out less (hey its my first piece of furniture). I'm planning to sand down the surface after it is built and paint it. Question: Do I need to prime the wood with anything before painting? I've got latex (non-oil) semi-gloss black paint. Or do I need to coat it after it is painted? Thanks!

Public Comments

1. Well not knowing what brand of paint, I can't be sure. Although should be right to just paint 2 coats straight on, lightly sanding between coats.
2. you are better off priming the wood.the primer seals the wood grain and makes the paint flattenout better.you will be glad you did
3. Black is such a dark color I don't see why you would need to.....But I would suggest to get something to protect the would before you paint since it is gonna be around water and what not every time you clean it and stuff......