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   sopass | Jan 15, 2000 07:56pm | #1

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   I PRESENTLY USE 10-12 COATS OF NITROCELLULOSE LACQUER REDUCED 25% TO CREATE A HIGH GLOSS FINISH ON HUMIDORS. I'M THINKING ABOUT SWITCHING TO CATALYZED LACQUER. CAN THIS STUFF BE LAYERED ON AS THICKLY AS NITROCELLUSLOSE? IF NOT 10-12 COATS, HOW MANY ARE RECOMMENDED. THE MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS A 3 MIL LAYER OF CATALYZED WHICH ISN'T GOING TO GIVE ME THE BUILD UP I WANT. SO - HOW FAR CAN I PUSH THIS STUFF BEFORE I RUN INTO PROBLEMS?

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   Joe_McMurray | Apr 01, 2000 01:36am | #2

   *Ive used some catalized lacquers and have tried to spray just another coat and have had the finishes cracle and peel , if your looking to build up the thickness of the lacquer why not build the sealer not the final coat. I use james day sanding sealer and just build and build this sealer up till it turns white let it dry and it's thick and clear then a quick coat of catalized lacquer and ::POOF:: I,m done.

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   Drew_Nyman | Apr 05, 2000 08:38am | #3

   *Catalyzed finishes are HIGHLY toxic I stay away from them

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   Bob_Dingler | Apr 13, 2000 03:56pm | #4

   *We use cat lac and cat Kemvar regularly, but not on items that need a controlled moisture content. The material is highly toxic, so a spray booth is almost necessary. What about an auto clearcoat? It's both hi-glos and hi-build. I would talk to tech support at the paint store that you use regularly, this is usually the best source of advice for your individual finishing problems.Bob Dinglerwww.craftmanannex.com