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High build, fast drying two-component lacquer for professional use.
Features
- A professional, high build, fast drying, acid catalyst lacquer
- Provides outstanding resistance to abrasion, heat, and household chemicals
- Perfect for manual or automatic spray application
- Very High VOC
Brand
Drying time
15 mins
Coverage
Up to 8 m2 per litre
No. of coats
2-3
Size
5L
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Overview
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Morrells 440 Acid Catalyst Lacquer is a professional, high build, fast drying, acid catalyst lacquer, ideal for both manual or automatic spray application. Formulated to provide outstanding resistance to abrasion, wet and dry heat, spirit solutions and a wide range of household chemicals. Meets the requirements of FIRA Std 6250 - Horizontal Surfaces. Supplied with catalyst.
Please Note: This product is not suitable for use on kitchen worktops.
- Can be tinted with Morrells Light Fast Wood Stains
- Also available as an Fastmatch® Acid-Catalyst Lacquer, available in any RAL or BS colour
- Looking for a ready to use, pre-catalyst lacquer? See Morrells 280 Pre-Catalyst Lacquer
Preparation
Preparation
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Ensure that all wooden surfaces are clean, dry and free from surface dirt, debris, waxes and oils.
- Surfaces can be degreased with White Spirit before coating with Morrells 440 Acid-cat Lacquer
- Fill any gaps or splits with Morrells Wax Filler Sticks or Morrells Two-Part Coloured Wood Fillers
Application
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Always do a test area before starting any project to assess performance and end result. Follow the manufacturers instructions on the tin at all times.
Optimum application is achieved between 18°C and 22°C with good air movement and ventilation.
Mixing Supplied Catalyst with 440 Lacquer
Catalyse 9 parts Morrells 440 Acid-cat Lacquer to 1 part catalyst by volume and mix well prior to use. The catalysed lacquer is then ready for use but can be thinned up to 5% by volume with the recommended thinner, Morrells Hydrocarbon Free Thinners, if required. Under normal conditions these products will have a workable pot-life of 36 hours after catalysis.
Application
- Apply lacquer with a spray applicator
- Leave adequate time between coats
- Denib between coats to aid adhesion
- Do not apply more than 3 coats in one day, as excessive coating weights can lead to cracking or lifting
Lacquers of this type achieve their full resistance properties after 21 - 28 days drying, although careful use is possible before this period.
Some Points of Note
- Do not overcoat with 1K or 2K Polyurethane (PU) products
- Product should be stored above 5°C and protected from frost
- Finished products should not be subjected to environments with temperatures of < 2°C
- Do not use over pigmented bases or with NC, Shellac or Precatalysed Sealers
- Some timbers (e.g. cherry, maple etc) are prone to discoloration or reddening when using acid catalyst lacquers
Catalysing
- Under catalysing or over catalysing can cause impairment of cure and cracking
- The mixing of catalysed material with fresh material is not recommended
- Always catalyse the right amount for the job
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Reviews
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26 customer reviews
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based on last 18+ months
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Excellent product Easy to spray, quick drying, superior finish
This is a first class lacquer. I sprayed a table top recently with a batch purchased in 2015 and it was still perfectly usable. giving a great finish.
James Clouston. 40% - Satin, 5L (04/12/20)
Superb quality and gives a great and long lasting finish, that is capable of withstanding hard usage Have been using this for 20 years now, and would not buy anything else
Top quality and performance. Long lasting finish.
Peter Robbins. 30% - Silk Matt, 5L (15/06/20)
A great finish Good product & great service
I’ve used this lacquer a number of times for my own projects in our house. A neighbour asked if I would spray her new oak internal doors as I had done ours. I used the Morrells A.C. basecoat followed by a couple of coats of this (spray application),de-nibbing with 400 & 600 grit in between coats. Dries quickly & allows me to complete the job in a day including removing & rehanging the doors. They look great & my neighbour is over the moon with them. Would definitely use this product again & I’d highly recommend it to anyone. The service from Woodfinishes Direct is also 1st class,quick delivery & very well packaged.
Ian Coy. 40% - Satin, 5L (31/05/20)
Easy to use ,very high build
Good product , 2 coats max before it starts looking like plastic, Dries super quick 20 mins touch dry , don't think the base coats is necessary, high build is not for high end furniture in my opinion
Leo Banks. 30% - Silk Matt, 5L (08/05/20)
Easy to apply and very quick drying
It has slightly more sheen than I was expecting but that is no fault of the product.
Steve Cox. 20% - Matt, 5L (03/06/19)
Quality product
Found this very easy to use, with excellent results.
(sprayed) never used it with a brush.
Mr R Simpkin. 10% - Dead Matt, 5L (04/05/19)
Great product
Dries super quick and seems really durable. Mixing is easy enough. I do this in a jar marked at 9 and 10 cms. Must have the wrong mask as the strong smell can be choking.
Darren Moody. 20% - Matt, 5L (05/05/18)
Good quality product
I have used this lacquer for many years and find it reliable to apply and durable in use.
Anthony Mooring. 20% - Matt, 5L (02/02/18)
Good product
Really nice finish after a few coats. Good mask is a must during and immmedietly after the application process. Seriously strong.
Craig Asbury. 30% - Silk Matt, 5L (05/12/17)
It quickly dries to a nice and tough finish
The product sprays effortlessy to a nice and flat finish. It takes some time for the lacquer to achieve full hardness but when it does it's really tough and resistent.
Luca Maroncelli. 40% - Satin, 5L (30/03/17)
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