Unlike raw wood or delicate finishes, lacquer creates a hard, protective shell that resists spills, fingerprints, and everyday wear and tear. "A well-loved lacquered piece can handle everything from ...

This creates a single, solid protective surface. Lara praises lacquer's ability to "bring out the wood's natural beauty, making those grain patterns accentuated. You've got options, too — you ...

Alice Kerley and Dorothy Collier have seen their fair share of lacquer pieces and walk us through their best practices for making those pieces really sing. Unlike raw wood or delicate finishes ...