General Finishes Enduro Pre-Cat Lacquer, Clear, Flat, Gallon
General Finishes Enduro Pre-Cat Lacquer, Clear, Flat, Gallon is intended for Interior only use.
Features
- Fast drying
- Self-crosslinking acrylic
- Water-white in can, dries clear
- Spray application
- Can be stacked after 12 hours per TDS
Best for
Interior cabinets; Trim; Doors; Furniture; Raw wood; Stained wood; Non-white painted wood
Specs
| Color or finish | Clear, Flat |
|---|---|
| Sheen | Flat |
| Selected size | Gallon |
| Base | Water-based self-crosslinking acrylic |
| Use | Interior only |
| Coverage | 450 sq ft/gallon (current page); up to 600 sq ft/gallon (2022 TDS) |
| Touch dry | 10+ minutes (specifications and TDS); instructions say 30+ minutes |
| Recoat | 1+ hour |
| Full cure | 21 days |
| Application conditions | Recommended 70°F and 50% humidity, out of direct sunlight |
| Coats | 3 per current page; TDS recommends 3-4 total coats |
| Apply with | Spray |
| Thinning | Water, GF Extender or GF Accelerator; current instructions say up to 5% distilled water |
| Cleanup | Soap and water for hands; GF Brush & Gun Cleaner for equipment |
| VOC | Flat <250 g/L |
| Topcoat compatibility | Self-sealing; 1-2 coats GF Sanding Sealer may be used for build before Pre-Cat Lacquer |
| Manufacturer part # | GPCF |
How to apply
Start with the manufacturer's preparation steps: Raw wood: sand no finer than 220 grit; remove dust; Fresh stain: allow to dry thoroughly; Pre-finished wood: clean 50:50 denatured alcohol and water, sand 220-320 grit, remove dust.
- Prepare and clean substrate
- Stir and strain through fine mesh
- Spray 3-5 mil wet film coats
- Sand 220-320 grit between coats and remove dust
- Allow 21 days to cure
Good to know
Use limits: White surfaces; Linseed or Danish oil finishes; Exterior use; General brush application.
None: 2022 Flat SDS: not classified as hazardous.
Keep the recoat time and full cure time separate when planning the project. The recoat figure tells you when another coat can be applied; it does not replace the full cure guidance.
Questions
How much will I need?
Use these manufacturer coverage figures: 450 sq ft/gallon (current page); up to 600 sq ft/gallon (2022 TDS). Match the figure to the container size, and account for the stated number of coats.
When can I apply another coat?
The listed manufacturer recoat guidance is 1+ hour. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.