Lacquer over solid colours

[jordan1]

Is there any benefit at all for finishing 2k solids with final lacquer coats?.

Still looking for a short wave infrared dryer guys

 

[Chipper]

Not really. Looks 'glassier', if thats what you want. Without, looks more 'solid'.
Downside is more cost, time, work etc etc.

 

[jordan1]

Not really. Looks 'glassier', if thats what you want. Without, looks more 'solid'.
Downside is more cost, time, work etc etc.

Just thinking maybe more durable, scratch resistant?.

 

[steveo3002]

never seen much point myslef

the clear will chip/scratch same as the paint will ...and the thicker the coating the deeper and worse the chips will be

only time ive done it is when paint is running low and not enough left to give a wet coat , so add a bit of clear to the paint and carry on for a wet coat

 

[malcolm]

I'd avoid lacquer where possible. It's less likely to lift on top of gloss 2K than over base coats, but lifting is common after a number of years, especially after a few stone chips, looks ugly. Also lacquer is much more difficult to repair than a straight gloss colour.

 

[jordan1]

Thanks guys.