Polyurethane vs Lacquer - Which Stain and Finish Do You Need for Your Woodworking Project?

Among wood finishes, polyurethane and lacquer are two of the most popular ones. In fact, amateur and season woodworkers tend to recommend them a lot for wood finishing.

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Polyurethane is a synthetic resin. It’s a wood finish for furniture, floors, and cabinets. It’s usually applied to furniture by spraying or wiping. The reason for its usage on wood is its transparency and water-resistance.

Lacquer is widely known for its ease of application and short drying time. It’s the most used wood finish commercially. Its primary component is the resin of varnish trees. After harvesting and refining, the resin is mixed with thinner to create lacquer.

Lacquer:
It’s compatible with various solvents.
It doesn’t show yellowing over time.
It’s relatively affordable.
It looks sleek after application.
It has low resistance to chemicals.
You have to apply it again year after year.
If it gets contaminated, defects will appear on the wood.
If the room’s temperature is too warm, bubbles will appear.
It’s harmful to the environment.

Polyurethane:
It has a high load-bearing capacity.
It has a high resistance against tears
It doesn’t allow the growth of fungus due to its chemical structure.
It has better color stability in outdoor settings.
It’s more convenient for floors.
It’s very flammable when in liquid form.
It can be toxic if breathed in.
It requires good room ventilation.

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