Clear Lacquer<\/a> in Satin \u2014 my favorite sheen of choice, and just enough product to finish this small cabinet:<\/p>\n\u00a0![\"IMG](\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/IMG_5613.jpg\" "\\"Utility")
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Right off the bat they sold me on the container: it has a screw on re-closable lid! \u00a0This is so much easier to deal with than paint can style containers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
I had to warm up my garage from the mid 50s to about 63-65F to ensure it was warm enough for spraying (60F minimum is required). I then stirred the container and poured some into the gun for my HVLP (A Fuji Mini Mate). I adjusted the spray and put on a coat. It seemed to flow really well, and leveled out quickly. \u00a0It also felt easier to spray; it didn\u2019t seem to want to drip as easily as some other products. Although, I did get it to drip a bit when I put on one coat a bit too heavy. I find it easy to touch up with a small brush if you catch it early enough.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Aqua Coat also dries very fast.\u00a0After about 45-60 minutes it was more than dry enough to sand and smooth out minor imperfections. I probably should have shot a first coat with some of their sanding sealer, but instead I just went straight for the lacquer. I put on four coats total, and the finished cabinet looks great! The finish is super smooth and has a nice satin sheen. Here\u2019s a shot of my maple door:<\/p>\n
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There\u2019s not much more to say. Water based finishes also mean easy water based cleanup!<\/p>\n
The container alone is a reason for me to switch from some other water based coatings, and I\u2019ll definitely be using their products on some of my future projects. I recommend others to give them a try!<\/p>\n
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