Lacquering: meaning, definitions and examples
๐จ
lacquering
[ หlรฆkwษrษชล ]
coating process
Lacquering is the process of applying a lacquer, which is a type of clear or colored coating that dries by evaporation and/or chemical reaction, resulting in a hard and protective finish. It is commonly used in woodworking to enhance the appearance of furniture and to protect surfaces from wear and moisture.
Synonyms
finishing, glossing, varnishing.
Examples of usage
- The woodworker spent hours finishing the table with a glossy lacquering.
- After lacquering, the cabinet looked brand new.
- He enjoyed experimenting with different colors of lacquering on his art projects.
Translations
Translations of the word "lacquering" in other languages:
๐ต๐น laca
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเฅเคเคฐเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Lackierung
๐ฎ๐ฉ pelapisan
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะฐะบัะฒะฐะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ lakierowanie
๐ฏ๐ต ใฉใใซใผๅก่ฃ
๐ซ๐ท vernissage
๐ช๐ธ lacado
๐น๐ท lak kaplama
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฝํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูููู
๐จ๐ฟ lakovรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ lakovanie
๐จ๐ณ ๆถๆผ
๐ธ๐ฎ lakiranje
๐ฎ๐ธ lakkun
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะฐะบัะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฅแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lษkษlษmษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ lacado
Etymology
The word 'lacquering' comes from the French term 'laque', which traces back to the Latin 'lacquerus', derived from a Malay word 'laku' meaning 'to cover'. The original use of lacquer involved the sap from trees, notably the Laccifer lacca insect, which secreted a sticky substance used in traditional lacquer processes. Over centuries, the technique of lacquering has evolved, spreading from Asia to Europe, where it became an essential part of decorative arts, particularly in furniture and cabinetry. The use of lacquer has been known since ancient times in Chinese and Japanese cultures, often associated with intricate artistic designs. Today, lacquering encompasses a range of synthetic and natural products used in various industries, including furniture, automotive, and art. The versatility and durability of lacquer continue to make it a preferred choice for finishing surfaces.