A. A lacquered piece can be a lustrous focal point in any room, whether it is an 18th-century antique, a Chinese chest, an Art Deco desk, or the dining table you got at the used-furniture store down ...

Last week we covered some tips for applying clear finishes. This week we will look at the different types of finishes you might encounter. Finishes, clears and others, cure by one of three processes.

To enhance and protect the natural beauty of wood, nothing compares with a clear finish. Clear finishes bring out texture and natural grain while sealing the wood against stains, moisture and dirt.