{"product_id":"chestnut-melamine-lacquer-500ml","title":"Chestnut Melamine Lacquer – 500ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChestnut Melamine Lacquer – 500ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen you need a hard-wearing, heat and water resistant, quick-drying gloss lacquer, Melamine Lacquer is the answer. Based on cellulose technology with a suspended catalyst, it combines the fast drying of a cellulose lacquer with the long-term durability of a chemically cured finish — the best of both worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile in the tin the catalyst is inert. Once applied and exposed to air, the lacquer dries within five minutes like a standard cellulose. The catalyst then activates and the lacquer chemically cures to a more durable coating over time:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90% of curing happens within the first 7 days — making it very hard-wearing almost immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe remaining 10% can take up to a further 2 weeks for maximum toughness — only relevant if the finish will be subjected to extremely hard use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplication\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be applied by brush (foam or bristle), cloth, or spraying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to give a full gloss finish with careful application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Cellulose Thinners to dilute if needed — especially helpful on large areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEnhancing the Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBurnishing Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e — increases the gloss level once dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriction Polish\u003c\/strong\u003e — overcoat to increase the depth of shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoodWax 22\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicrocrystalline Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e — overcoat for a more natural, tactile feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard-wearing, heat and water resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast drying — touch dry in ~5 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemically cures for exceptional long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull gloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply by brush, cloth, or spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with a range of overcoats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500ml tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chestnut Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58031335211353,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/1110\/3577\/files\/melaminelac.webp?v=1778440442","url":"https:\/\/woodroom.co.uk\/products\/chestnut-melamine-lacquer-500ml","provider":"The Wood Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}