Finish Coat (Noun)
Meaning
The final coating of (eg., paint, plaster, varnish, etc.); "we can't paint until they put on the finishing coat".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter applied a finish coat of polyurethane to protect the wood and give it a glossy sheen.
- After the primer and two coats of paint, the painter applied a finish coat of clear varnish to seal the surface.
- The drywall installer waited for the joint compound to dry before applying a finish coat of joint compound to smooth out the surface.
- The furniture maker applied a finish coat of wax to the wood to bring out the grain and add a subtle sheen.
- The painter carefully applied a finish coat of enamel paint to the car's hood, making sure to cover all the scratches and imperfections.