Car Paint Lacquer
Ensure long-lasting protection to your car’s paint job with our clear lacquer topcoat. Create a protective barrier that ensures a durable high-gloss finish that is perfect for enhancing the appearance of both pearlescent and metallic colours.
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PaintNuts Clear Lacquer Touch Up Pen
- For fine scratches, scuffs & chips
- 1K clear lacquer topcoat
- High gloss protective finish
- Fast drying time
- 2 in 1 brush & pen applicator
From£7.99 -
PaintNuts Clear Lacquer Touch Up Bottle
- For large chips, scuffs & grazes
- 1K clear lacquer topcoat
- High gloss protective finish
- Fast drying time
- Flat 3mm brush
From£9.99 -
PaintNuts Clear Lacquer Aerosol
- For large bodywork repairs
- 1K clear lacquer topcoat
- High gloss protective finish
- Fast drying time
- Adjustable spray nozzle
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PaintNuts Ultimate 2K Clear Lacquer Aerosol
- Professional 2K clear lacquer
- Crystal clear ultra high gloss
- Activated hardener
- Extremely fast drying
- Bodyshop quality results
- UV & Weather Resistant
From£23.99
Car Lacquer Repair
Restore your vehicle’s shine and protection with PaintNuts Car Lacquer; the expert solution for lacquer repair. Whether you’re tackling fine scratches, stone chips or scuffs, our car lacquer range delivers long-lasting, high gloss results that rival the bodyshop. With options including precision touch-up pens, brush bottles, and aerosol sprays, repairing car lacquer has never been more accurate or convenient. Protect your car’s metallic, pearlescent, or solid paintwork with a lacquer formulated for both professional and DIY use. Fast drying times and precision application tools mean you can fix lacquer peel and restore your bodywork in just minutes.
Car Clear Coat
A car’s clear coat (lacquer) is essential for more than just good looks; it provides a vital protective layer to your car’s paintwork. Applying clear lacquer spray to your car after a repair ensures your colour stays vibrant, resists UV fading, and is protected from chips, scratches, and environmental damage. PaintNuts offers both 1K and 2K clear lacquer sprays, each perfect for finishing off your paintwork with a tough, high-gloss protective coating. Our lacquers work seamlessly across all types of car paint, including metallics and pearls, and can be applied by DIY enthusiasts wanting bodyshop-level results at home. With an easy-to-use professional nozzle and quick drying times, PaintNuts clear car lacquer spray offers effortless application; ideal for both large panel repairs and detailed touch ups. When it comes to repairing peeling car lacquer or achieving that final, glossy finish, PaintNuts is the trusted name in car paint and lacquer maintenance.
FAQs
How do I repair peeling lacquer on my car?
Start by cleaning and preparing the area, then gently sand any peeling edges. Apply PaintNuts car spray lacquer or a touch-up pen in thin, even coats, leaving 10-25 minutes between applications. For best results, allow it to fully cure before polishing with a compound.
How many coats of lacquer should I apply to my car?
We recommend 2-3 thin coats of lacquer for most repairs. This ensures an even, protective layer that gives lasting shine and resilience without risk of runs or orange peel.
When should I apply lacquer after car paint?
After the colour coat is dry to the touch. Typically, wait around 20-30 minutes (or as per manufacturer's instructions) before applying your clear lacquer for cars.
Can you spray paint over car lacquer?
Yes, but for best results, lightly sand and remove the glossy finish first to help the new paint adhere, then reapply clear car lacquer for a flawless, lasting result.
Do I need lacquer after touch up paint?
Lacquer isn't always essential, but we'd always recommend it. Applying a clear lacquer over your colour matched touch up paint adds a protective layer that guards against UV damage, rain and general wear. It also brings out the true colour of your repair. This is especially important for metallic and pearlescent finishes where the lacquer is what gives the paint its depth and shine. Without it, your repair may look flat or dull compared to the surrounding paintwork.
What does car paint lacquer do?
Car paint lacquer is a clear protective topcoat that sits over your colour matched paint. It does two things: it protects the paint underneath from the elements like sun, rain, road salt and stone chips, and it adds a high gloss finish that matches the look of your original factory paintwork. Think of it as the final layer that seals everything in and gives your repair that professional looking shine.
Which lacquer do I need, pen, bottle or spray?
It depends on the size of your repair. For small chips and fine scratches, our lacquer pen gives you precision control. For larger chips, scuffs and grazes, the bottle and brush gives you better coverage. For bigger bodywork repairs or panel work, the lacquer aerosol spray covers wider areas evenly. As a general rule, match your lacquer format to whatever paint format you've used. If you painted with a pen, lacquer with a pen.