Thank you for speaking in a slow methodical manner which allowed me to absorb the information; and to top it off, your summary at the end was an extra bonus thank you
I am building a bed frame next weekend. Using Varathane Briarsmoke for the stain and trying to determine which would he better for the finish. Polyurethane vs Laquer? I am located in Florida with high heat and high humidity currently 300% 😅 Should I worry about blushing if using Laquer from a rattle can?
This gentleman is one of the best teachers on all of TH-cam. He has a deep understanding of many woodworking topics. I congratulate you for such an excellent job in helping new people interested in learning more. Muchas gracias amigo!
Phenomenal presentation. I just went to your main page as I was chanting over and over again, “Please have tons of uploads on woodworking. Please have tons of uploads on woodworking.” Low and behold I stumbled upon a goldmine. I’m subscribing and I want to help make this channel explode!
You are the first I've heard on YT explain that lacquer is its own solvent, each coat dissolves into previous coats. This is also true of lacquer finishes that were applied many years before. If a lacquered finish is not worn to the wood, a thorough cleaning with mineral spirits or a cleaning solvent other than lacquer thinner, followed with fresh coats of lacquer, produces a like new finish unequalled by any other material I have seen in my 60 years.
This is a much more valuable video than the low number of subscribers would indicate. There are lots of important elements considered in this comparison. I want to redo a large table top (for 12 people), and I'm wondering if it is too much for my skill level and garage setup (however, it is an old table and we are not fancy people). This video does help my considerations a lot. Thank you! Now I'm off to your polyurethane v polycrylic video! (Note: HVLP is high volume, low pressure and it is polycrylic versus polyacrylic. Just FYI)
Excellent source of information- care to share your thoughts on CV catalyzed varnish- seems to be a finish of choice of one quality company here in our area
I believe HVLP stands for High Volume Low Pressure, not High Velocity. Thanks for explaining the differences between lacquer and poly. I now know why I had problems with some of my first attempts at using brushing lacquer .
Excellent video, some people tried to talk me out of doing lacquer because of the risk for it to ignite, but it sounds like lacquer is what I need for my project
Thank you for this video and knowledge. It was very clear, precise and to the point. I have been debating on what to use and this told me everything I needed to know.
I appreciate your vernacular and manerisms. Strange compliment, I know, but your presentation elevates the discussion of the chemistry at hand. This is important because lacquer and poly are chemicals that can be dangerous and harmful to human health without the proper precautions.
Is there any way to tell, or test, whether a finish is lacquer, polyurethane,, shellac, or oil? Is it OK to apply lacquer over polyurethane, shellac, or oil?
Can you spray lacquer on top of oil based polyurathane? I have a live edge slab that was a bit warped and over winter I did about 15 coats by brush to have a even surface. Today I sprayed on a coat with a fuji semi pro 2. All I have at the moment is 1.3 mm needle and tip. I'll be purchasing a 1.8mm now that I know I like the set up. I am out of verathane polyurethane top coat finisher so was thinking about laquor since it's cheaper. I have a bit of a orange peal finish since I think the 2 turbine set up wasn't enough to properly atomize the Poly, or I should have gone a bit heavier? I'm also considering wet sanding with 3000 grit. And then using a rag soaked with 50/50 Poly/lacquer thinner mixture to get the smooth finish I'm after?
I’m making big bass marimba bars (percussion instrument that will be struck thousands of times with a medium hard mallet and will vibrate like crazy over and over and over). Traditionally they finished with oils and waxs, though I want to experiment with other stuff. For my experiment phase-in order of best to worst-can you please suggest/brainstorm what you think might work out for coating/sealing wooden bars that will be taking a lot of inherent abuse? With all the beating and vibrating, for instance, might shellac or lacquer or polyurethane or wood hardener or an acrylic poor be too brittle, resulting in getting rattled and crushed to death and breaking apart microscopically over time? Also consider which finish would be the most scratch resistant. (Bars will be stored in stacks and slid against each other with the potential of dirt and sand bits in between. Thanks for brainstorming with me 👍🏻 Sam
Great video but there are some few bits of info missing. -they should never be mixed together if re-coating. Will be a disaster. Unless using shellac but I don’t recommend it. -lacquer it’s perfect for sanding a mirror finish, but scratches easily and hot items (coffee mug) will leave white marks. -Poly it’s more resistant to scratching, takes longer to cure and harder to sand. I know because I messed up my wife’s table.
Hi I have a question I just recently bought 4 cans of lacquer/brushing for the walls in my living room .I wanted to know if I can use a sprayer instead of a brush because of the large area ?thanks
Very much appreciated. I was looking up differences between finishes. With the "VS" title and white hair, and knew it would be good haha. Liked and subbed!
Great information. I have a paint chip on a guitar I’d like to fix. The guitar was painted with blue and the finish is polyurethane. The chip is down to the wood and has depth - maybe 1/16. Would you suggest first dropping the poly in there to build up the space and then add the color ?
Either would work, depends on your skill sets. Here are a few articles to help you consider: sawshub.com/polyurethane-vs-lacquer/ sawshub.com/polycrylic-vs-polyurethane/ sawshub.com/how-to-spray-polyurethane/
you mention not wanting to use lacquer with exposure to sun, does that include in a kitchen with big windows etc where sun will hit it? does it change color?
With lacquer, it isn't about change in color as much as it is about deterioration of the finish. And, with your situation, the sun will break it down, unfortunately.
Oil based on water based paint? That could be important. In general, lacquer will give you the shine but less protection. Perhaps do a lot of coats of lacquer.
I built a wooden outdoor bar, which i am going to paint an have some designs on it. I am looking for a top coat which can hold the integrity of the paint with a clear coat, and also be durable enough to protect against water marks from cold drinks and possible spills. i live in san diego, and this bar is subject to sunlight most of the day, which is my biggest concern. any advice would be greatly appreciated.
This is a very helpful video. I am a newbie woodworker and am making at least 5 sets of coasters. I coated my first set with water-based polyurethane out of a spray can and was disappointed with the results. After a tremendous amount of sanding I was able to get them smooth, but as you say in your video - this is a very labor-intensive process. Since lacquer is cheaper and dries much more quickly, why does polyurethane seem to be so popular? Do you have any advice for applying polyurethane to small work pieces like coasters or trivets?
Which method would be best for dining chairs? I would really like a glass smooth shinny surface - would i get this from a can of lacquer? I have in the past painted furniture and I would prefer to paint using paint brush but spraying might be best for the chairs. Thanks for all the great videos
I make coasters out of resin, finding its not very durable. Could you please tell me what is best to coat them with, lacquer, polyurethane, shellac, or varathain?
Spent long time trying to find out what clear was on my cheap desk. This explained it. It was probably a Laquere finish. Now, Going to sand the Poly off (as the Iol Based Poly did not adhere. chips and has a horrible adhesion issue) reapint with brushable Laquere 50/50 mixture
I have a question. I am making American flags like most from pine. The stripes that are stained with water based Minwax red stain and the Union in blue do great after using the Deft lacquer spray but the unstained stripes (only about half) are getting tiny bubbles in places. I have scratch sanded them, sanded them all the way down, light coats and tried wetter coats and nothing matters. Not sure the solution?
While most of this video is highly informative, HVLP stands for High VOLUME Low Pressure, not High Velocity. With that said I will say that I learned about lacquer's method of bonding despite having sprayed it on the job for a number of years. Thank you
This may be a crazy-sounding questions, but... I used a black spray lacquer on a table. I want to put a clear coat on top of that. What would work best, clear polyurethane or clear lacquer? And same brand or can I change up top coat?
Hello, I want to paint my kitchen worktops black. What type of paint/s and process do I use? The worktops are chipboard material with wood veneer. It costs too much to replace them. Can anyone help please?
Polyurethane, use oil or water based depending on what type of paint you're covering. Check out our video on polycrylic vs polyurethane if you're concerned about any color shift
I need to build up a finish to about a half inch on a table top that is 13 by 18 in. The perimeter of the table has a raised border and I envision the finish hemmed in the middle of the border and making a thick clear coat that will cover the decorations on the table top. From your video it sounds like brush lacquer is best. What do you say? thanks for your video.
What you describe is a resin type finish like you would put on a surfboard. You can never reach a half inch depth with any of the finishes we discussed in the video, including lacquer.
I tried brushing lacquer on my cabinets regretfully. Can I go over lacquer with polyurethane after a light sanding? Or do I need to remove the lacquer 100%?
I used the Yakisugi (charring) method on red oak and used Danish oil over, I wanted to use either polyurethane or lacquer to seal it. I'm inexperienced in staining and finish. I already have gallon of brushing lacquer, but never used a brush, and wanted to wipe on. I noticed briefly on your video you said it's possible to wipe on lacquer, I haven't found much more info on that. would you suggest me to try use lacquer or buy polyurethane and mix with mineral spirits? thanks
Great info, thanks for sharing / posting. Any insight to the bright finish of maple banjo necks? I like the contrast of the brightness in contrast to a ebony fretboard and headstock cover. Thinking maybe it's just clear lacquer over wood? Any reply appreciated.
Late in the video you mentioned UV tolerance and indicated a lacquer finish is only good for indoor items. Is it okay to apply lacquer outdoors in sunlight and then bring the item inside? I don't have a shop that will allow me to finish this inside and planned to do it in my backyard.
Yes you can apply lacquer outdoors. The only issue is that there's dirt in the air outside that can settle on it. But since lacquer dries so quickly that would not be a problem unless it was a very dirty/dusty environment
None of these finishes would stand up submerged in water for a long period of time. Polyurethane would do better out of the two featured in this video.
Great video! Very informative. Thinking about toning, glazing and using a lacquer top coat, on my maple kitchen cabinets. Does that sound like the right process? How many coats of lacquer should I use? TIA. ☺️
Great video. Thank you. But you do the same thing that other folks do, which is to caution against using lacquer on a "large" project. Buildings are large, thimbles are small and there is a universe of variation in between. How big is "large" for this purpose?
I guess I'm confused about the wet edge issue with lacquer. If a next layer dissolves into the previous layer, wouldn't this mean it's okay to not have a perfectly even first coat? Or am I misunderstanding the mechanics of it?
Ok so what he is saying is this ,say your painting a piece of plywood with a brush you would overlap each stroke about 50 percent to keep the paint flowing without any dry spots. Thats all that really means. Lacquer is great but you have to work fast. It will not flow out like poly due to the fast drying time. Controlling the dust is the real issue. With Lacquer if you get a few of those little nubbins you can wet sand them out and polish it. Not sure about poly though. I would think you could but give it at least a month to cure before doing anything and then just try a small area first. Good Luck with your projects.
Thank you for speaking in a slow methodical manner which allowed me to absorb the information; and to top it off, your summary at the end was an extra bonus thank you
He's a great teacher. Best video I've seen on this subject
Wow, thanks!
I agree!
Completely agree, watched several videos on the topic and this was the most straightforward and clear
I am building a bed frame next weekend.
Using Varathane Briarsmoke for the stain and trying to determine which would he better for the finish.
Polyurethane vs Laquer?
I am located in Florida with high heat and high humidity currently 300% 😅
Should I worry about blushing if using Laquer from a rattle can?
This gentleman is one of the best teachers on all of TH-cam. He has a deep understanding of many woodworking topics. I congratulate you for such an excellent job in helping new people interested in learning more. Muchas gracias amigo!
Thanks again!
Phenomenal presentation. I just went to your main page as I was chanting over and over again, “Please have tons of uploads on woodworking. Please have tons of uploads on woodworking.”
Low and behold I stumbled upon a goldmine. I’m subscribing and I want to help make this channel explode!
Thanks so much for your comment! I hope you enjoy all of the woodworking videos! We'll keep producing more :)
I'd like you to know that I mixed this video into an EDM DJ set that I performed last week. This was a hit!
You are the first I've heard on YT explain that lacquer is its own solvent, each coat dissolves into previous coats. This is also true of lacquer finishes that were applied many years before. If a lacquered finish is not worn to the wood, a thorough cleaning with mineral spirits or a cleaning solvent other than lacquer thinner, followed with fresh coats of lacquer, produces a like new finish unequalled by any other material I have seen in my 60 years.
Great thoughts, thank you for sharing!
This is a much more valuable video than the low number of subscribers would indicate. There are lots of important elements considered in this comparison. I want to redo a large table top (for 12 people), and I'm wondering if it is too much for my skill level and garage setup (however, it is an old table and we are not fancy people). This video does help my considerations a lot. Thank you! Now I'm off to your polyurethane v polycrylic video! (Note: HVLP is high volume, low pressure and it is polycrylic versus polyacrylic. Just FYI)
Excellent source of information- care to share your thoughts on CV catalyzed varnish- seems to be a finish of choice of one quality company here in our area
I believe HVLP stands for High Volume Low Pressure, not High Velocity. Thanks for explaining the differences between lacquer and poly. I now know why I had problems with some of my first attempts at using brushing lacquer .
Great point! I probably mis-spoke in the moment, thanks for the catch :)
Very well explained! Thanks so much
Excellent video, some people tried to talk me out of doing lacquer because of the risk for it to ignite, but it sounds like lacquer is what I need for my project
Thank you for this video and knowledge. It was very clear, precise and to the point. I have been debating on what to use and this told me everything I needed to know.
Glad it was helpful!
I appreciate your vernacular and manerisms. Strange compliment, I know, but your presentation elevates the discussion of the chemistry at hand. This is important because lacquer and poly are chemicals that can be dangerous and harmful to human health without the proper precautions.
Thank you, really appreciate the compliment!
Explains extremely well and covers all the differences. Real like his videos
Thanks!
Forget all that..look how smooth and shiny that table saw top is. You can see his reflection.
Best video I’ve seen on the topic so far, keep the good stuff coming!
Wow, thanks!
For a humidor which would you go for ?
good info, especially about the self solvent characteristics of lacquer.
thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
Is there any way to tell, or test, whether a finish is lacquer, polyurethane,, shellac, or oil? Is it OK to apply lacquer over polyurethane, shellac, or oil?
Can you spray lacquer on top of oil based polyurathane?
I have a live edge slab that was a bit warped and over winter I did about 15 coats by brush to have a even surface. Today I sprayed on a coat with a fuji semi pro 2. All I have at the moment is 1.3 mm needle and tip. I'll be purchasing a 1.8mm now that I know I like the set up. I am out of verathane polyurethane top coat finisher so was thinking about laquor since it's cheaper. I have a bit of a orange peal finish since I think the 2 turbine set up wasn't enough to properly atomize the Poly, or I should have gone a bit heavier?
I'm also considering wet sanding with 3000 grit. And then using a rag soaked with 50/50 Poly/lacquer thinner mixture to get the smooth finish I'm after?
I’m making big bass marimba bars (percussion instrument that will be struck thousands of times with a medium hard mallet and will vibrate like crazy over and over and over). Traditionally they finished with oils and waxs, though I want to experiment with other stuff. For my experiment phase-in order of best to worst-can you please suggest/brainstorm what you think might work out for coating/sealing wooden bars that will be taking a lot of inherent abuse? With all the beating and vibrating, for instance, might shellac or lacquer or polyurethane or wood hardener or an acrylic poor be too brittle, resulting in getting rattled and crushed to death and breaking apart microscopically over time? Also consider which finish would be the most scratch resistant. (Bars will be stored in stacks and slid against each other with the potential of dirt and sand bits in between. Thanks for brainstorming with me 👍🏻
Sam
Spar varnish is the toughest finish out there!
Nice thanks I was wondering what was lacquer because 16 century samurai armor
No problem 👍
Terrific overview of the subject.
Thanks!
I just built new cabinet doors, do I need to be worried about brush on lacquer dissolving the stain I plan on covering?
Great video but there are some few bits of info missing.
-they should never be mixed together if re-coating. Will be a disaster. Unless using shellac but I don’t recommend it.
-lacquer it’s perfect for sanding a mirror finish, but scratches easily and hot items (coffee mug) will leave white marks.
-Poly it’s more resistant to scratching, takes longer to cure and harder to sand.
I know because I messed up my wife’s table.
Very good explanation for a comparison!
Glad you liked it!
Hi I have a question I just recently bought 4 cans of lacquer/brushing for the walls in my living room .I wanted to know if I can use a sprayer instead of a brush because of the large area ?thanks
Hello please what can I use to remove lacquer spray stain on my wheels
Very much appreciated. I was looking up differences between finishes. With the "VS" title and white hair, and knew it would be good haha. Liked and subbed!
Very helpful video....I shall use polyurethane oil based high gloss
Great!
Very well explained! Just one question, can i apply polyurethane over a laquer finish ?
Great information. I have a paint chip on a guitar I’d like to fix. The guitar was painted with blue and the finish is polyurethane. The chip is down to the wood and has depth - maybe
1/16. Would you suggest first dropping the poly in there to build up the space and then add the color ?
which one won't yellow the stain color?
I’m building a gaming desk and have a plywood dark oak stained piece, what would you recommend to finish it with, Also great vid and good explaining
Either would work, depends on your skill sets. Here are a few articles to help you consider:
sawshub.com/polyurethane-vs-lacquer/
sawshub.com/polycrylic-vs-polyurethane/
sawshub.com/how-to-spray-polyurethane/
so you never heard of oil modified poly or the new oil poly 2 hour dry and no sanding? still thanks
Can i apply clear Lacquer over Oil base paint?
Yes
Thank you, i did it already. After i applied it, i learned that you have to wait 3 days for oil paint to dry or else paint will bubble up and wrinkle.
you mention not wanting to use lacquer with exposure to sun, does that include in a kitchen with big windows etc where sun will hit it? does it change color?
With lacquer, it isn't about change in color as much as it is about deterioration of the finish. And, with your situation, the sun will break it down, unfortunately.
Really appreciate the comparison - putting together my first big project and videos like this are very helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
love the Marantz stereo, same one i grew up with.
Do you know how to fix it?? 😀
Usually the capacitors need replacing.
Since vintage Marantz receivers are valuable, it may be worth taking it to a technician.
@@SawsHub lol, no I don't .sorry
Hi! Great video!! I used aerosol spray paint on bathroom cabinets and now I need to protect them . What do you recommend for shine and protection?
Oil based on water based paint? That could be important. In general, lacquer will give you the shine but less protection. Perhaps do a lot of coats of lacquer.
Which will accidentally life the paint that you are trying to protect?
I built a wooden outdoor bar, which i am going to paint an have some designs on it. I am looking for a top coat which can hold the integrity of the paint with a clear coat, and also be durable enough to protect against water marks from cold drinks and possible spills. i live in san diego, and this bar is subject to sunlight most of the day, which is my biggest concern. any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Spar varnish. Even that won't withstand all-day sunshine for many years. I would suggest re-coating every year (maybe even more often).
This is a very helpful video. I am a newbie woodworker and am making at least 5 sets of coasters. I coated my first set with water-based polyurethane out of a spray can and was disappointed with the results. After a tremendous amount of sanding I was able to get them smooth, but as you say in your video - this is a very labor-intensive process. Since lacquer is cheaper and dries much more quickly, why does polyurethane seem to be so popular? Do you have any advice for applying polyurethane to small work pieces like coasters or trivets?
Which method would be best for dining chairs? I would really like a glass smooth shinny surface - would i get this from a can of lacquer? I have in the past painted furniture and I would prefer to paint using paint brush but spraying might be best for the chairs. Thanks for all the great videos
Can you get a satin finish with a lacquer product?
By far the most informative video I've seen covering this topic. Great info!
I make coasters out of resin, finding its not very durable. Could you please tell me what is best to coat them with, lacquer, polyurethane, shellac, or varathain?
Spent long time trying to find out what clear was on my cheap desk. This explained it. It was probably a Laquere finish. Now, Going to sand the Poly off (as the Iol Based Poly did not adhere.
chips and has a horrible adhesion issue) reapint with brushable Laquere 50/50 mixture
I have a question. I am making American flags like most from pine. The stripes that are stained with water based Minwax red stain and the Union in blue do great after using the Deft lacquer spray but the unstained stripes (only about half) are getting tiny bubbles in places. I have scratch sanded them, sanded them all the way down, light coats and tried wetter coats and nothing matters. Not sure the solution?
Try brush on lacquer instead of spraying it. They make one and that might dry a little slower, preventing the bubbles.
While most of this video is highly informative, HVLP stands for High VOLUME Low Pressure, not High Velocity.
With that said I will say that I learned about lacquer's method of bonding despite having sprayed it on the job for a number of years.
Thank you
What do you mean by a "wet edge"?
This may be a crazy-sounding questions, but... I used a black spray lacquer on a table. I want to put a clear coat on top of that. What would work best, clear polyurethane or clear lacquer? And same brand or can I change up top coat?
As a general rule of thumb, you never want to put polyurethane over top of lacquer.
@@SawsHub can you put lacquer over poly?
Which one would you sugest for a beech wood tabletop ?
With beech wood, I would opt for polyurethane
@@SawsHub Thank you i will go with polyurethane then :)
Perfect for complete newbies like me
Great explanation and in depth knowledge. Thanks for the sharing and hope you will keep on sharing your experience and knowledge.
Thanks, will do!
I’ve learned so much from you today! Thank you….❤
Hello, I want to paint my kitchen worktops black. What type of paint/s and process do I use? The worktops are chipboard material with wood veneer. It costs too much to replace them. Can anyone help please?
Sorry don't have any experience painting kitchen worktops black.
Very very good explanation. Well done.
Glad you liked it!
@@SawsHub very much
Very good presentation sir
Thanks and welcome
Thank u uncle for information..
Plz tell me which is more suitable for wood finish in term of water proofing and scratch resiatant ?
Also tell me which is best for uv rays protection
What should I use on my concrete pots, i want a clear coat varnish, can I use polyurethane in it?
Sorry, I don't know much about refinishing concrete, just wood. But, take an old pot and give it a try!
Great explanation. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
does the water based poly prevent a bright wood like birch from getting yellow hues better than others?
Yes
Thanks! Do you think its OK to use spray can lacquer to finish a dining room table or is that too big and I should use brush on poly?
I've painted a surface with matt black paint. What would be best to coat it with to protect it. Thanks.
Polyurethane, use oil or water based depending on what type of paint you're covering. Check out our video on polycrylic vs polyurethane if you're concerned about any color shift
Excellent explanation of the two products. Thanks!
I need to build up a finish to about a half inch on a table top that is 13 by 18 in. The perimeter of the table has a raised border and I envision the finish hemmed in the middle of the border and making a thick clear coat that will cover the decorations on the table top. From your video it sounds like brush lacquer is best. What do you say? thanks for your video.
What you describe is a resin type finish like you would put on a surfboard. You can never reach a half inch depth with any of the finishes we discussed in the video, including lacquer.
I tried brushing lacquer on my cabinets regretfully. Can I go over lacquer with polyurethane after a light sanding? Or do I need to remove the lacquer 100%?
I used the Yakisugi (charring) method on red oak and used Danish oil over, I wanted to use either polyurethane or lacquer to seal it. I'm inexperienced in staining and finish. I already have gallon of brushing lacquer, but never used a brush, and wanted to wipe on. I noticed briefly on your video you said it's possible to wipe on lacquer, I haven't found much more info on that. would you suggest me to try use lacquer or buy polyurethane and mix with mineral spirits? thanks
I would not advise lacquer but perhaps an oil based polyurethane. Some would say you can apply the lacquer over it but I don't recommend it
That was very helpful! Thank you!
Please speak about undercoat for laquer
Isn't PolyUrethane the under coat? or what I stain the wood with?
Neither require an undercoat, you can put them on bare wood, or on top of stain
@@SawsHub Ok thank you sir
Any chance you want to sell that Marantz?
So do the finishes look the same? I’m looking for a high gloss finish after staining my coffee table
Poly will have a slight yellowing
Great info, thanks for sharing / posting. Any insight to the bright finish of maple banjo necks? I like the contrast of the brightness in contrast to a ebony fretboard and headstock cover. Thinking maybe it's just clear lacquer over wood? Any reply appreciated.
Really awesome to have shared all this knowledge. Thank you,
I was reading that lacquer is subject-able to humidity , and can make the surface milky ?
Correct. We said that in the video :)
Why do they del Polly on a spray can?
I appreciate your explanation
Glad it was helpful!
Late in the video you mentioned UV tolerance and indicated a lacquer finish is only good for indoor items. Is it okay to apply lacquer outdoors in sunlight and then bring the item inside? I don't have a shop that will allow me to finish this inside and planned to do it in my backyard.
Yes you can apply lacquer outdoors. The only issue is that there's dirt in the air outside that can settle on it. But since lacquer dries so quickly that would not be a problem unless it was a very dirty/dusty environment
@@SawsHub Thanks again! Really appreciate it.
Great help!
Thanks!
Great video. Thanks. A quick question, can I put oil based poly on top of old lacquer coated furniture?
Yes you can as long as the lacquer coat is fully cured. Give it a small scuff and you can throw just about anything on top of it.
Not recommended :) They don't adhere correctly.
I want to ask one question,
Is is waterproof if completely submerged in water
I mean if i use it on aquarium decor for glossy look?
None of these finishes would stand up submerged in water for a long period of time. Polyurethane would do better out of the two featured in this video.
@@SawsHub thanks
@@SawsHub one more question Epoxy Resin will be better?
very informative
thanks
Best thing for dining table?
Thank you for the video! Very helpful
Glad it was helpful!
Can you use lacquer over oil stain
Yes
Great video! Very informative. Thinking about toning, glazing and using a lacquer top coat, on my maple kitchen cabinets. Does that sound like the right process? How many coats of lacquer should I use? TIA. ☺️
Yep, sounds the like the right process. Put as many coats as you can stand doing!
SawsHub DIY Woodworking Tips thank you!
Great video. Thank you. But you do the same thing that other folks do, which is to caution against using lacquer on a "large" project. Buildings are large, thimbles are small and there is a universe of variation in between. How big is "large" for this purpose?
Lacquer dries very quickly. So "large" is best defined as how big of a project that you can continually keep a wet edge on.
His caution was against BRUSHING laquer on a large job.
perfect explanation!
1:15 whatever that is in the top left corner almost gave me a heart attack. I thought I cracked my new laptop screen.
Haha, sorry about that! Just a rogue power cord :)
Wow! Big thank you!!!
Dropped a like! Great video; great information
Much appreciated!
Great video thank you
Very welcome
Well explained sir.
Can I use Lacquer on chalk paint?
What should I use for a bar top? I want to brush not pour
Spar varnish or polyurethane.
I guess I'm confused about the wet edge issue with lacquer. If a next layer dissolves into the previous layer, wouldn't this mean it's okay to not have a perfectly even first coat? Or am I misunderstanding the mechanics of it?
Ok so what he is saying is this ,say your painting a piece of plywood with a brush you would overlap each stroke about 50 percent to keep the paint flowing without any dry spots. Thats all that really means. Lacquer is great but you have to work fast. It will not flow out like poly due to the fast drying time. Controlling the dust is the real issue. With Lacquer if you get a few of those little nubbins you can wet sand them out and polish it. Not sure about poly though. I would think you could but give it at least a month to cure before doing anything and then just try a small area first.
Good Luck with your projects.
Great video. I was wondering about the difference between poly and lacquer.
Thanks for watching!
Great info thanks bro
Had to comment…excellent comparison sir!
Thank you kindly!
Thank you for sharing. Subscribed