Paint
A generally opaque coating including resin, a solvent and additives.
Enamel Paint
A paint which dries to a hard gloss or semi-gloss smooth finish.
Lacquer
A fast-drying usually clear coating that is highly flammable and dries by solvent evaporation only.
Undercoat
A coating applied prior to the paint finishing or top coat.
Varnish
Dissolved in oil, alcohol, or a number of volatile liquids, applied to wood to provide a hard, glossy, protective, film.
See also: Enamel Paint, Lacquer, Paintbrush, Undercoat, Varnish, Volatile Organic Compound.
Subjects: General