nathan

Re: laquer on powder coat?

I recently purchased a large quantity of powder coated iron balusters for interior handrails.  They are mistakenly a matte finish.  I'm wondering if I can remove the masking after staining and then laquer the balusters along with the wood they are inlaid in.

Labrat

Re: laquer on powder coat?

Just to understand correctly, are you wanting to change the matte finish to a gloss finish by applying a lacquer to the ballisters? If so, it depends on the characteristic of the powder that is resulting in the matte finish. A trick I use to get an idea of the finish appearance after a clear gloss lacquer, is to rub some oil from my forehead or nose with my index finger, then rub the piece I plan to lacquer. If there is no difference in appearance on the ballisters, the lacquer probably will not give you the finish you desire. If you do get the desired glossy finish, I would recommend applying a very small amount on an area that is less likely to be seen before applying the lacquer to all of your ballisters. Same recommendation for the wood.

Hope this helps.