Where to Buy Pre Catalyzed Lacquer?

Within 5-15 minutes of application, pre-catalyzed lacquer is dry to the touch. Then, the second phase of hardening begins, called ‘curing’. You don’t have to wait until each layer is fully cured to add another one, but you should treat the finished piece as if it is since the curing process will speed up with added layers.

Pre-cat lacquer is applied in thin layers to a clean, smooth surface such as MDF, finely sanded wood, or metal. Air-assisted applications such as spray cans and compressed air powered paint sprayers give the best, most even outcome.

Pre-catalyzed lacquer is a synthetic finish made from resin dissolved into various polymers and solvents. It is differentiated from other lacquers by the presence of a chemical catalyst, and has replaced traditional shellac as the new standard in the woodworking industry. The benefits of pre-catalyzed lacquer Pre-catalyzed lacquer has many benefits over traditional lacquer. First and foremost, it is much more durable than shellac. Second, it offers better adhesion than most other finishes, making it easier to paint or fill in details. Finally, pre-catalyzed lacquer is more environmentally friendly than shellac – there is no need for rinsing or cutting down on waste when refinishing furniture with this product.

Post-catalyst lacquer is where the user/professional painter adds in the catalyst at their shop before using it. It differs from pre-cat lacquer in that the pre-cat lacquer has a longer shelf life, typically 3-6 years.

Lacquer enamel is a traditional coating that is cured by an acid. Catalyzed coatings are film formers that cure by the agency of a catalyst — such as an acid — added to the coating shortly before application.