Satin poly over high-gloss poly

[offthemark]

Is there any reason I couldn't do the first couple of coats on a project (white oak) with regular high-gloss poly and then do the last couple of coats with satin poly? I have some high-gloss that needs to be used up but I don't want the super-shine look it gives. I will be sanding with 220 grit between coats.

[cabinetman]

You should have no problem doing that. Just allow each coat to cure.
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[JR]

Your idea is actually a suggested technique. It is thought to provide a look with more depth than if you had used satin alone.

JR

[iceman61]

I just saw an episode of "Ask This Old House" last weekend where Tom Silva helped a woman refinish her floor. He put 2 coats of high gloss poly on first then one coat of satin finish. He said the high gloss has a harder finish (for wear & tear) & whatever you put on last will be the finish you want see. Like wise for letting the finish cure between applications.

[offthemark]

So my desire to be cheap turns out to be a recommended technique. I will have to point this out to the boss. Thanks folks.