Finishing touches for furniture
Acrylic varnish:
- Solvent
Water
- Characteristics
Genuinely clear, thin, hard fi lm with no amber tones. Moderate resistance to wear and spills.
- How to apply
Usually sold in a spray can. To apply, spray or, if necessary, brush on two or three thin coats.
Oil-based varnish:
- Solvent
Mineral turpentine
- Characteristics
Hard film with a warm, amber tone. Moderate to good resistance to wear and spills.
- How to apply
Brush on two to three coats, sanding between coats. Recoating is easy but spot-repairs are problematic.
Lacquer
- Solvent
Lacquer thinner
- Characteristics
Thin, hard film. Very good spill and wear resistance. Often used on commercial furniture.
- How to apply
Usually professional equipment is used to spray on two or three coats. If using a slow-drying product, apply with a brush. Don’t use over other finishes.