Designed and developed by Underscorefunk Design. But if its a humid day, forget about spraying lacquer. Soon after the water evaporates, the solvent begins evaporating and the finish particles fuse together to become a single layer. It makes for a beautiful finish and its relatively inexpensive. If you want Sher-Wood items, the industrial outlets not only shelve them, they have the expertise to give you decent tech support on the uses of these products. Does anyone know of a fix for wood filler bleeding through to the top coat? The gloss version is only available in 5 gallon drums, so if you are (like me) a weekend warrior, and are only doing small projects (desk, dresser, toybox, etc…)I would go with another brand. Can’t really offer an informed opinion unfortunately. I wish Marc had responded to your question about the piano… I too would like to know! My husband and I recently bought a faux marble dining table. * - Main goods are marked with red color . How did it turn out? Thanks for any help you can provide! Anything that started to dry would generally redissolve as soon as the lacquer thinner hit it. Are we talking pigmented lacquers or only topcoats? Hello, what is the difference from regular clear lacquer and Clear High Build Lacquer? Both have a limited shelf life as a result. I always stir apporpitly. I am now working in wood working and making furniture. I’m trying to find out what type of sprayer would be best for the application, I have an airless sprayer and an HVLP as well. One of the woodworkers I spoke with thought that I’d have trouble with a water based poly running because he didn’t think it would dry fast enough. definition of - senses, usage, synonyms, thesaurus. The catalyst can be added ahead of time (pre-catalyzed), or in your shop (post-catalyzed). That could work, but you’ll have drips at the bottom of the piece where the material collects as it dries. I have used Valspar’s pre-cat lacquers on many types of paints and stains and with 2 coats I usually can get the sheen and hardness of finish I desire. I just wanted to add a caveat to the S-W precat lacquers. Thank you. For them to sell you a gallon of lacquer, for example, that paint & wallpaper outlet has to buy a 4-gallon case of it and hope that they can sell the remaining 3 gallons. Producing a first-class wood finish requires dedication, experience, and the right finishing supplies. Moisture and cold are your enemies. My first is a console table and will be getting to the finishing stage in a few weeks. I was going to use a quality brush but may consider buying an airless sprayer to do the job if I use the waterborne. It is very hard but brittle. ), McCloskey Gloss Marine Spar Varnish - Gallon, McCloskey Satin Marine Spar Varnish - Gallon, General Finishes Exterior 450 Water-Based Varnish, Deft Semi-Gloss Brushing Lacquer - Gallon, General Finishes Enduro-Var Urethane Varnish, Tints-All Universal Tinting Colorant 12 Color Assortment - 1-1/2 oz. With the Valspar, I recommend sanding between the base( paint) and the lacquer coat. I just came home from my local sherwin williams with a product called At home in Montana the ambient shop humidity level runs about 20%. Has anyone painted their cabinets with waterborne paint and gotten really good results? Online Dictionaries: Definition of Options|Tips Options|Tips So I stick to spraying finishes that cure quickly like lacquer, shellac, and water-based. Any advice would be welcome – I was excited to find your message board. So, I was thinking about starting with aniline dye in SealCoat to pop the grain, then sand and finish with varnish as illustrated for the pencil box project. I would need some UV protection also since things like my bookcases will be near windows, etc. and get direct light. Hi Marc, When I told the store manager I planned on applying it with a foam brush because the island is already set up in our kitchen, he said it had to be sprayed or it couldn’t be warranted, so I didn’t buy it. Thanks for your help. He is gone now so I have no chance of asking him questions I have. Marine Varnish (Epifanes) give a high gloss finish, but the color is golden brown. After your top coat or stain of choice, a light scuff or 800 to 1200 grit sand paper should suffice. He writes: I just purchased an Earlex Spray station 5000 and I’m very pleased with its performance thus far. And get yourself some lacquer thinner so you can clean off that brush between practice runs. Your best bet is to contact them directly. Now I am sanding that all off, and trying to decide what’s next. I don’t use anything else.. i spray clear gloss laquer over latex flat and chalk paint allthe time. Will this lacquer work over that Stain? It gets hard and has good blocking resistance for shelves so that objects don’t stick after sitting for a while like latex does. Is sherwood better than general finishes lacquer? I always give honest opinions, findings, and experiences on products. I will check this with Naphtha after I finish sanding. It’s a more durable finish, in the end, but it’s still just as likely to run on vertical surfaces and you have the added negatives of a longer dry time and more odor. I do have a small paint room with a exhaust fan ,but not so sure it is spark proof. All content on The Wood Whisperer is copyrighted, and may not be reprinted in full form without my written consent. We just purchased a kitchen island with a wood top that may have some wood laminate sections on it. Any thoughts you have will be appreciated. Chalk paint does stick to everything including fabric! Should there be any problems with that? :). I tend to keep the shop at 50 degrees at night and I turn it up to 60 or 62 if I am finishing. Can I simply spray a coat of catalyzed semi gloss lacquer and then reapply my top coat? Is it a pre cat or a nitrocellulose if anyone can help out in this lacquer mess I will really appreciate it The piano is all black and shiny. Fixed: Release in which this issue/RFE has been fixed.The release containing this fix may be available for download as an Early Access Release or a General Availability Release. It will still have an odor and need some time with good ventilation but it won’t be nearly as bad as lacquer. Make sure you buy the WAX finish though, they do an unwaxed look also, but waxed finish much nicer and so like ASCP with a wax finish when first applied. I’d still say your best bet is water-based. I think the satin is stronger than the flat. Any finish will run if you spray too heavy of a coat. We are leaving it natural white oak and want to finished it with something that will not yellow and that will protect the wood. And it tends to be compatible with all types of finishes. One solution is to use a retarder to slow the dry time and allow the moisture to escape during the dry time. Hi. Oil based paints or primers are great but they are soft and don’t work well under lacquer finishes. Ing. There are brushing lacquers out there. The SHER-WOOD® CAB-Acrylic Lacquer doesn’t appear to be a pre-cat lacquer (no mention of catalyst on their web site.). Personally, my arsenal includes all of the brands, I use some for this and some for that. Will I then need to put on a coat of SealCoat in order to later spray the lacquer on top? Any thoughts on dulux diamond kote for kitchen cupboard boxes, Your email address will not be published. You will need to spray on your lacquer to avoid that. I’ve been pulling my hair out trying to make sense of lacquers for some time now in order to learn how to finish my tables myself. most of my pieces I will do in a semigloss or satin. I have a kitchen to spray out and want to try a pigmented lacquer but am frustrated Sherwin Williams only recommends a bonding primer as the undercoater. I want to get the cabinets repainted, but want a waterproof solution. I have been using a heated turbin hvlp system for spraying laquer for 30 year’s. But you should be able to find a non-catalyzed lacquer product at SW if you want to go that route. I don’t really know. I have a question too, I thought spraying lacquer was a no-no without a booth? Hi, I have recently started a small business venture building longboards and skateboards, I have been playing around with different sealants for the boards and think that lacquer gives the boards the best looking finish. Great site and awesome YouTube channel; I have a question: I own an old (60’s) grand piano that’s in desperate need of refinishing, being the Do-it-yourselfer kinda guy I am, I want to refinish my own piano, I had a professional refinisher come out and he told me that the current finish on my piano is lacquer. I live in California where my kitchen cabinet finisher advised that the white lacquer paint sold here was very susceptible to water damage due to environmental regulations. I was going to put a clear coat of semi gloss lacquer over it to give me a semi gloss finish. Hello all, And as far as which one to use, that’s a subjective call. These are reasonably durable finishes that are a pleasure to work with. My dad was a painting way back in the day and I used it with him and had great experiences with it. Hi. You can easily end up with “blushing” (moisture trapped in the finish). I don’t want to use oil because of drying time and the chance of yellowing. to of and a in " 's that for on is The was with said as at it by from be have he has his are an ) not ( will who I had their -- were they but been this which more or its would about : after up $ one than also 't out her you year when It two people - all can over last first But into ' He A we In she other new years could there ? Honestly, this is a bit out of my league. But then again, I’m a little lazy in that area, lol. (I’ll be painting an off white color) Now, I’m hearing that waterborne isn’t a good product for kitchen cabinets and that lacquer needs to be sprayed and is very dangerous to use in an occupied home. I’m wanting to re=finish some older kitchen cabinets in my home that have a honey oak stain with a lacquer topcoat. What would make Sherwin Williams precat unable to be brushed on? One other issue with the waterborne lacquer is the way that it wears. Or is this another of those…well I’m supposed to use the blade guard on my table saw too…kind of questions [Grin]. Isaac, indeed the S.W pre-cat version is available in one gallon, I live in Ga, I repeatedly get mine from my local S.W. If this is true I am unclear how much to use however? I still get very nice results but am wondering about the longer range durability. You can find the part numbers on the MSDS tab on this page: http://oem.sherwin-williams.co.....ic-lacquer. Thanks! From what I read I gather Acylic lacquer may work. The piece is in remarkable condition. I realize its been sometime since you asked, did you ever get it restored? Sherwood moisture resistant lacquer I would like to know what is it ? You can do whatever you want. And that goes for any type of finish you apply. He usually uses lacquers….but he sprays everything in his woodshop (almost everything anyway) which is well ventilated and safe. I shoot in various climates. I want to use a wooden instrument called a Kalimba with my hospital patients, but the porous wood is not a good idea to take into certain isolation rooms because it is not cleanable. So you need to be careful on those vertical surfaces, no matter what you use. Can anyone tell me how the SW cat laquer will respond when heated? 44Sapphire44@gmail.com, I am a retired shop instructor and have sprayed many gallons of lacquer. Or do you concur with the aforementioned opinion. Would oil or a pre-cat lacquer be a better choice for kitchen cabinets or would the waterborne be ok??? DerbyVille.com - Horse Racing Nation - Online Racing - The original large scale horse racing simulation game and management game The finish, however, is very durable as a result of the chemical curing process. Hey Jack. As usual you hit the nail on the head. It’s great for dark colors, but I would avoid in on whites and pastels. Which is the finish that you are suggesting to use, Marc. If they can’t then they are stuck with it. We’re going to have to sand everything down and start over. For what you want to do, Menzerna isn’t the only game in town. Thanks and awesome site! I don’t have tons of experience in the “painted” finish arena but if it were my piano, I’d go with tinted lacquer. Do certain types work better/worse in different climates? I’m excited about this humidor project! paint store. Larry, Does that mean you can’t brush it? More importantly when doing any glazing or using CAB acrylic be sure to use a vinyl based sealer and NOT nitrocelluloce as they will cause BIG probpems! Difficulty is that it is a very complex shape that is impossible to work from one side to the other methodically (start on the center post, when you get to a tread, do you do the tread or keep going on the post?) Just to smooth out the surface and get rid of any trash or nibs you may have. Hello, Unless you’re thinking about using a catalyzed lacquer, I’d probably avoid it. The local guy says he may be able to order if he has a part number. So that’s one reason for their recommendation. Post-catalyzed, Pre-catalyzed, nitrocellulose, water-borne. But the other options will all work depending on your desires for the finish and your skill in applying them. We did have good ventilation and equipment. The painter however, used flat instead of a semi-gloss. The dry time definitely slows down but I can still get a coat every 30 to 45 minutes without a problem. I was thinking shellac as it will work over knots but wasn’t sure if it would work with the lacquer. Specialty Coatings I was going to put a clear coat of semi gloss lacquer over it to give me a semi gloss finish. i use mohawk and a fuji q5 and have great results. The SHER-WOOD® Acrylic Conversion Coating appears to be Pre-Cat, but is it a conversion varnish or a lacquer. Polyurethane? Aren’t you supposed to have special equipment (fans, lights, etc) to spray lacquer? I use a 320 grit, wipe off with naphtha, spray lacquer, then second coat of lacquer. Or was he talking about some other lacqoure finish? Mark It is so refreshing to see the wood whisper, with your straight forward talk and humor. Is this a good practice that you would suggest. I can only buy gallon contaners. First try was with Dura Seal waterborne poly. As I understand it, water-based is pretty much a misnomer. Gloss Colorless Wood Finish comes in an aerosol can that is great for easy touch-ups. Can you provide guidance of coving the flat paint with some type of gloss topcoat? Did I mention that my husband the general and finish carpenter build the built in…I really don’t want to screw it up! Will this matter or do I need to find a non catilyzed for the top coat? Perhaps they’ve been mixing it incorrectly. I am trying to put a thick lacquer finish on a axe handle that is hand braided with think leather. Should I ever be compensated to write, I will make full disclosure. But in my opinion, its worth the trip to Sherwin Williams to get their CAB-Acrylic and pre-cat CAB-Acrylic stuff. Sherwin also carries a line of waterborne lacquers and they are on my list of “must try” products. I’m a bit of a wood working novice and not too sure about getting into spraying. Yoann. So in addition to the foam brush issue, they may simple advise against brushing the product at all. CAB-Acrylic lacquers are made with acrylic resins and they dry “water white”, meaning they will not yellow over time. The views and opinions expressed on this blog are purely our own. And you can clear lacquer right over it. Our shop didn’t have very good results with water based products. Waterborne lacquer is a whole different animal and will not behave like the other products. I am wanting to preserve and protect the leatherwork . We’re using the Sher-Wood moisture resistant lacquer on a walnut vanity in our shop for the first time and are not at all pleased with the results. If I am able to sand all the poly off, would there be a better finish to use (it is made of maple, and I’d sure like to keep it as close to natural as I can.). In either case, I am having trouble getting the CAB lacquer in Tucson. But I will give you a nutshell explanation. This can be resolved a couple of ways. Given this, please assume that any links leading you to products or services are affiliate links that we will receive compensation from. What do you recommend? Yo Marc, Here in Pheonix, we have a Chemical Coatings division of SW downtown that sells it. No worries. Lacquer is quick to dry and if you are not skilled enough you may get good results such as brush strokes. The piano is veneered but like I said it’s all black. If not, can any lacquer be either water-based or waterborne ? We are a professional shop and have never had results like this. I do have faith that all of these products will be developed better in the future as the industry is turning that direction. Both of them would be the waterborne acrylic latex enamel. I hear so many pros and con’s, it certainly has to be safer. Hey Marc! But a few will be polished out to a high gloss using Menzerna. It can easily be brushed too. I have been reading up on lacquers, varnish, poly, etc.. and have decided on lacquer since it seems to be the most used. Andrew, I think its a zilsner or bullseye product. I have been spraying just the CAB product for about a year now and WHOA, what a fun product to work with. I would simply suggest buying a small can and trying it out on scrap. Thank you so much, oh and I’m in Las Vegas so humidity and temperature will not be an issue. I doubt it’s catalyzed though since it usually says that right on the can. My favorite lacquers are the Sherwin Williams line of pre-cats. Hey Craig. Therese, Related question – for paitning previously finished cabinets (maple cabinets with poly), what’s the best way to prepare the surface for the CAB Acrylic Lacquer? If you don’t like the sheen, put a dead flat coat on top. But none of the local store locations carry it. Thank you for the information. The lacquer scratches easily and lifts off in some places. I am looking for a rattle can lacquer for my humidor and this is what they have at my local SW. Never tried the stuff. Hi, Metalized dyes, in general, are more resistant to fading, but it depends on the color (sometimes). I used to work in a refinishing shop where we’d leave the pots and guns loaded for days. Lacquer finishes can be beautiful, but they are fairly rigid. Keeping in mind that these boards are constantly being flexed and pushed aggresively. But honestly, we used to apply the stuff over fresh oil-based stains all the time with no issues. Lacquer? I find them to be finicky. the , . Hi, I had kitchen cabinets professionally spray painted. Find free wood finishing advice in the numerous articles and wood finishing tips we have on our site. With pre-cat solvent lacquers I can get 3 coats per hour at those conditions. Now I use SW catalyze lacquer for bigger builds with good results. This week’s question comes from Larry. My experience with the waterborne lacquer from Target Coatings was a money losing one. I’m starting a new large wood project and I want the wood to have a high gloss so I was looking at using a lacquer. There are so many options and so much jargon that it will make your head spin. There isn’t only one right answer to this question, but if you’re asking me what I’d do, I’d use a water-based finish. After about 45 minutes it can be sanded and it powders nicely and doesn’t clog up the sandpaper the way the trim acrylics from the big box stores did. Your dyes will fade because they will be exposed to sunlight. I do open the door and windows while spraying but I could still be taking a chance.Iam thinking about changing to water based lacquers. If any one here can find for me this pre cat cab acrylic and send it out for me can content me here in I will really appreciate it. For polyester, though, I do use Menzerna because they make a full array of stick compounds, perfect for loading up my felt wheels. Marc, And keep in mind there are going to be some days or seasons (depending on your region), that you just will NOT be able to spray. I am just learning that the lacquer paint I used was a non catilyzed paint. I started reading about lacquer and now I don’t know if I should go for a base paint (and possibly primer) of black paint and then apply a gazillion coats of clear lacquer to get the high-gloss piano finish or just use a black lacquer, what is the difference, benefits, pros/cons if any? Thanks Larry and Marc that was the best “down and dirty” explanation I’ve seen. Its another result of the confusing marketing jargon in the finishing industry. I started reading about lacquer and now I don’t know if I should go for a base paint (and possibly primer) of black paint and then apply a gazillion coats of clear lacquer to get the high-gloss piano finish or just use a black lacquer, what is the difference, benefits, pros/cons if any? The satin finish looks like a polished/waxed finish. Or maybe just a sealer coat of shellac first? The best information available to be found in one place has been from your videos and articles. Lacquer dries very quickly so it can be difficult to brush onto a large surface. Start with the basics by learning the Types of Finish and work your way up to french polishing. The nitrocellulose is pretty much your “everyday” lacquer. For brushing, I think something like Polycrylic would get you better results. dict_files/eng_com.dic This class can parse, analyze words and interprets sentences. With nitrocellulose lacquer do I have to apray the clear coatfor it to harden properly, or can i go with just the color? Don’t have a spray gun, and if I did, with all the balusters and narrow access, it would be difficult to get good complete coats without runs. I’m not too worried about aesthetics as I am the protection factor. My original sample piece I brushed on the lacquer but that is going to be too labor intensify for the amount of pieces I’m working with. I am a younger person trying this for the first time and would greatly appreciate any suggestions or comments on how to do this right . Hopefully this should save you some running around town:). The Wood Whisperer is proudly sponsored by brands that Marc trusts. Hi im buying a house and it has an oak kitchen with golden oak stain and i was thinking of sanding them with maybe 220 sandpaper and then spraying a white laquer on them. Great blog! Several of the threads I’ve read where people have used the Minwax fast drying poly in their HVLP sprayers have said they had good success with 3-4 thin coats. Any suggestions or opinions on the matter? When I work in Ohio, out of my brother’s shop, the ambient humidity runs 65% – 85% because I often open the overhead doors. Hi, Just trying to sort something out. Hi! I’m new to spraying and was wondering what was the best type of lacquer is for spraying build in book shelves in a house. I usually only have to wait 15-20 min between coats. After reading all the comments now I am wondering, would I be better off finishing it with a pre-cat CAB acrylic lacquer since the gate will be out doors? I was going to sand them and use an oil based primer then paint with a waterborne paint. I have about 20 yrs finishing under my belt. SEALER: do i need one? So if you can get it, it’s great stuff. I plan on dipping the handle in a long cylinder of lacquer until I get a thick coating. Might just try a new can and see if that improves results. However, there are millions of products and services on the web, and I only promote those products or services that I would use personally. You can make any lacquer black by adding black dye or pigment. I have used Mohawk 80 sheen gloss with great results and I can buy a gallon at a time (online). Thank you. I am building my own kitchen cabinets with black walnut face frames and door frames and tiger maple door panels and drawers. This aerosol lacquer spray is convenient for hard-to-brush areas without the expense and laborious cleanup of spray equipment and is designed to seal and finish interior wood furniture, cabinets, paneling, bar tops, crafts and more. Ultimately, you might just have to make it yourself by picking up your preferred lacquer product, and then adding some dye to it such as Transtint. Your email address will not be published. The house is occupied so I wanted to use something that had low odor. Furthermore lacquer is great because it drys and cures very fast which makes it ideal for handling but it is also very brittle and fragile. Hmm….not sure I can help. Not sure that’s the best choice for something requiring a little flex. Clear Semi-Gloss Oil-Based Interior Polyurethane Spray is specially formulated to let wood’s natural beauty shine through. After application, the water begins to evaporate. The gentlemen down at Home Depot and Lowes haven’t been any help. 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