Stain and lacquer are terms are often used interchangeably by people who don’t understand they are in fact very different products and different processes for finishing wood. So what’s the difference between laquer and stain? A stain is just a pigment and/or dye solution that you wipe onto the wood before wiping it off. Lacquer is actually a finishing coat or “clear coat” that can protect the woods finish and bring out it’s lustre. EMC PAINTING is your Salt Lake City, Utah area expert for the application of both.
Lacquer is a liquid made of shellac dissolved in alcohol that dries to form a very hard, smooth, protective coating on surfaces like wood and metal. When applied correctly, the results can be spectacular. When not? It takes a lot to correct a lacquer paint job gone wrong. We’re Utah’s expert in lacquer paint application. Here’s why you might choose lacquer paint:
Wear resistance: Lacquer paint has a hard-shell consistency that resists wear and tear, making it an ideal choice for high-traffic areas in your home, such as entryways and hallways.
Moisture resistance: Bathrooms, laundry rooms and other humid spaces can also benefit from lacquer paint, thanks to its high moisture resistance.
Low maintenance: Lacquer paint is easy to wipe down. It resists dirt, dust and other contaminants, resulting in low-maintenance surfaces that are easy to clean.
Utah is well-known for it’s weather extremes. The deep freeze and desert sun can take a real toll on your beautiful wooden features. Protect your property and your investment by maintaining a top-quality stain. EMC PAINTING knows how to protect your property from the rain and the sun. The life of your deck, railing, carport, and siding can all be extended with proper maintenance and staining. Our knowledgeable crew will begin all exterior staining jobs by power washing the area to be stained. This will allow us to properly prep and clean the wooden surface for staining. A properly prepared area will retain a high-quality stain much longer than a surface that is not.
If your staining project is interior, the same attention to detail will be made in the project preparation. Whether it is your stair railing, banister, cabinets, or millwork, EMC PAINTING can handle it all.
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