Painting - High glass enamel

Prefinished mahogany wood trim on interior of boat. Finish and wood in bad shape. Want to paint over with high gloss enamel.

Any tips on how to get a "smooth" finish without brush marks?? Want a professional look without having to hire the professional (low budget).

Any tips on how to get a "smooth" finish without brush marks??
Use an oil-based paint. It will level much better than latex.
Want a professional look without having to hire the professional (low budget).
LOL good luck, you get what you pay for. ;)

1. Think I will also try additive to help level it out as well. Thanks for the "oil base" recommendation. Sounds like a good call.

2. Will try it in a hidden area first to see how good a job I can do. Boy, sure wish the ole' budget had some stretch in it for a "pro" to do the job but this boat was a basket case and have already spent a ton on mechanicals.

Like they say - "if you don't jump for the stars you will never even get your feet off the ground" so gonna go for it and see if I can do it.

Thanks a ton prowallguy.

Get some Penetrol made by the Flood company. Mix a little into the oil. It makes the oil flow/level very nicely, and extends its working time.