Shellac Varnish (Noun)
Meaning
A thin varnish made by dissolving lac in ethanol; used to finish wood.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The craftsman applied a coat of shellac varnish to the wooden furniture to give it a rich, warm finish.
- Shellac varnish was traditionally used to protect and enhance the beauty of fine woodcarvings.
- Before applying the shellac varnish, the wood surface had to be carefully sanded to create a smooth finish.
- The carpenter carefully chose a high-quality shellac varnish to bring out the natural grain of the wood.
- To achieve the desired sheen, the finisher applied multiple thin coats of shellac varnish to the wooden floor.