For Lacquer we have terms and definitions in 10 topics. The topics are Art, Auto Body, Car Care, Food Industry, Furniture, Interior Design, Lighting, Paint, Publishing and Textiles.

Lacquer (Art)

A natural varnish obtained from the sap of an Asian sumac tree.

Lacquer (Auto Body)

A paint type made up of pigment, resin and solvent that dries quickly due to the evaporation of the solvent.

Lacquer (Car Care)

A deposit resulting from the oxidation and polymerization of fuels and lubricants when exposed to high temperatures. Similar to, but harder, than varnish.

Lacquer (Food Industry)

Lacquer is a resin coating of cans which protect the inside of the can from acids in food which would otherwise attack the metal causing it to corrode. If the can is going to be stored in poor conditions the outside of the can, can be lacquered as well, to protect the metal from corrosion.
See canning.

Lacquer (Furniture)

A clear, protective hard varnish which is applied in several layers, then polished to a high sheen. Oriental lacquer is a finish acquired by the application of many coats of liquid shellac. Modern lacquer is a cellulose-based material which possesses many qualities not found in traditional varnish or shellac finishes, such as the resistance to heat , moisture, and acids. It can be rubbed to a clear satiny finish which emphasizes the beauty of the wood, or can be tinted to any shade and used like paint.

Lacquer (Interior Design)

Synthetic coatings drying to form a protective film

Lacquer (Lighting)

Clear coating that protects metal fixtures from rusting or tarnishing. May be tinted in various colors by adding colored dye.

Lacquer (Paint)

A fast-drying usually clear coating that is highly flammable and dries by solvent evaporation only. Can be reconstituted after drying by adding solvent.

Lacquer (Publishing)

A transparent protective coating that gives printed paper a high gloss finish.

Lacquer (Textiles)

A fabric finish which achieves a varnished look.

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