Our HV’ART Advanced Lacquer Paint System is a water-borne lacquer paint system that supports decorative artists worldwide and is the evolution of world class lacquer. The result is a refined and resilient finish that respects craft and environment in equal measure.
With international shipping and results that stay consistent across regions, it is a truly worldwide product system. Whether you work in London, New York, Dubai, Singapore, Paris, Sydney or anywhere in between, the Advanced Lacquer Paint System provides a complete toolkit from first prime to final seal. It supports professional spray shops and small studios, and it is equally at home on high end residential projects, retail environments and joinery or furniture projects.
What is the HV’ART Advanced Lacquer Paint System
The Advanced Lacquer Paint System is a layered, water-borne finishing method that replaces traditional oil heavy processes, and results in production schedules remaining efficient and reduced on-site disruption.
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Eco friendly workflow- water-borne, minimal solvents, low odour, suitable for studios and occupied spaces.
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Hard wearing finish– the Crystal Lacquer creates a hard, crystal quality surface with a soft, silky-smooth feel for furniture and joinery.
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True colour control– mix any colour to match global brand palettes and standards.
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Non-yellowing– stable colour integrity that holds over time, even in bright light or sunlit space.
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Fast turnaround– quick drying layers support tight programmes.
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Versatile application– spray or brush, depending on project scale and access.
A System Designed By Specialist Decorators, for Specialist Finishes
For us, a lacquer paint system is not just a collection of products. It is a way of working that lets a team communicate clearly and build finishes that are reliable, repeatable and beautiful. In decorating, the foundation is every bit as important as the top coat, so each component in the system has been designed to interlock and do its job without surprises.
Working within a system keeps you focused. Instead of being blinded by shelves of unrelated products, you have a clear route from A to B to C: primer, undercoat or basecoat, colour body, decorative layers where needed and then lacquer top coats to set sheen and protection. There are still thoughtful decisions for the craftsperson to make, such as choosing the right sheen for the look you want, or the right primer for a particular substrate, but those choices sit within a framework that has already been tested to work as a whole.
When we trained, the classic decorating approach was simple: primer, undercoat, top coat. Sometimes a lacquered finish instead of a conventional top coat, but always a clear sequence. Our Advanced Lacquer Paint System keeps that traditional logic, updated for contemporary materials and standards. It is a complete system, not a pick-and-mix.
Many competitors focus on selling individual products and leave you to invent your own “system” around them. That might mean mixing brands and chemistries and hoping the layers are compatible. From our point of view, that is asking for trouble. This system has been created by specialist decorators to succeed in real workshops and on demanding sites, precisely because we use it ourselves to achieve the finishes we are known for.
We do not think of ourselves as paint sellers. We are decorative artists who needed a dependable lacquer paint system, built it around the way we work and then made it available to others along with the knowledge behind it. It is a professional system rather than a DIY kit, designed to support serious decorative work rather than quick weekend jobs.
There has been a big shift since the oil-based paints we started with in the 1980s. Environmental responsibilities, lower VOC requirements and concerns about what is being taken from the earth to make coatings have all changed the landscape. We were early adopters of water-based systems in the mid-1990s, and this Lacquer Paint System is an evolution of that journey: as close as possible to the feel and performance of traditional craft finishes, while being water-borne, more environmentally responsible and fit for today’s interiors.
Every component you need in one Lacquer Paint System
Primers and Undercoats
Adhesion promoting primers and smooth, easy-sanding undercoats that build a reliable base on dense timbers, MDF and composites.
Lacquer Paint
Tinted lacquer paint for furniture and joinery, mixed to any colour. This forms the colour body within the Lacquer Paint System and levels cleanly for a refined surface.
For fine furniture, choose the ‘Furnitura’ Lacquer Paint for Furniture System, and for cabinetry choose the ‘Architura’ Lacquer Paint for Joinery, Woodwork and Trim System. Decorative artists can build effects with the Decorative Lacquer Paint System before sealing.
Lacquer Glaze
Four different setting lacquer glazes for control of decorative effects on the Decorative Canvas colour (basecoat, ground colour). Creating colour movement, patterns, soft ageing, stone, marble and wood effects, and subtle tonal shifts.
Crystal Lacquer
Protective topcoats that set touch, sheen and durability. Choose from ‘Mineral 00’ to ‘Ceramic 90’ for exact control.
Additives
Performance helpers that combine with paints and lacquers for elevated toughness and application control in demanding environments.
Accessories
Recommended application essentials that ensure repeatable results in workshops and on international sites.
Ten crystal lacquer sheens for ultimate control
The Advanced Lacquer Paint System offers a controlled ladder of Crystal Lacquers, with reflectivity levels ranging from deep flat to ultimate gloss. This spectrum allows global teams to keep one Lacquer Paint System across projects while tuning finish levels by room or region. Match sheen to lighting, photography needs and touch requirements.
Low sheen from ‘Mineral 00’ to ‘Honed 10’ suits calm architectural surfaces and reduces glare in bright environments.
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‘Mineral 00’ – Deep Matte
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‘Stone 02’ – Matte
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‘Parchment 04’ – Semi Matte
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‘Vellum 06’ – Veluxe Matte
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‘Boiserie 08’ – Semi Eggshell
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‘Honed 10’ – Eggshell
Mid sheen from ‘Lustre 20’ and ‘Quartz 40’ balances easy cleaning with a relaxed aesthetic.
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‘Luster 20’ – Semi Satin
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‘Quartz 40’ – Satin
High sheen from ‘Gilt 60’ to ‘Ceramic 90’ delivers crisp reflections for statement pieces and controlled lighting.
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‘Gilt 60’ – Semi Gloss
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‘Ceramic 90’ – Ultimate Gloss
Typical workflow with the Lacquer Paint System
A sequence that delivers depth, clarity and a dependable schedule for teams working across time zones.
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Preparation– clean, key and dust the surface.
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Prime– apply the selected primer from the Advanced Lacquer Paint System and allow to dry.
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Undercoat– build an even foundation between coats.
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Colour– apply tinted Lacquer Paint in thin, even layers.
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Decorative– optional Lacquer Glazes work on the Decorative Canvas colour (basecoat, ground colour).
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Seal– finish with a Crystal Lacquer to set to the required sheen.
A variety of uses for this Paint System
Wherever the project is located, the Advanced Lacquer Paint System gives the same repeatable quality and finish control.
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Bespoke furniture and joinery for residences and hotels in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.
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Kitchens and wardrobes where stable colour and specified sheen are essential under varied light conditions.
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Retail, galleries and exhibitions that need fast, low odour finishing with premium results.
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Specialist decoration including glazes, patinas, stone and wood effects produced on the Decorative Canvas.
Where to purchase the HV’ART Advanced Lacquer Paint System
You can buy the complete Advanced Lacquer Paint System online from HV’ART Online Store with international shipping. Build your specification from the product categories below.
HV’ART supplies the Advanced Lacquer Paint System through the ‘All Finishes’ Platform (part of the Symphony Coatings Group) to trade and retail customers worldwide. Orders are securely packed for transit. Customs duties and local taxes may apply depending on destination. If you need specification guidance before placing an order, contact the team with project details and location.
For our clients in the United State of America, you can purchase the HV’ART Advanced Paint & Lacquer System at Faux Brushes.
Care and maintenance
The Advanced Lacquer Paint System is designed for real use. Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid harsh solvents and abrasive pads. For heavy wear locations, select the appropriate Crystal Lacquer and Additives to maximise durability, then follow HV’ART guidance on cleaning cycles.
FAQs about HV’ART Advanced Lacquer Paint System
A Lacquer Paint System is a complete finishing method that includes primers, coloured lacquer paint, optional decorative glazes and a protective crystal lacquer. It delivers a hard, refined surface with controlled sheen.
The Advanced Lacquer Paint System is used by furniture makers, joinery workshops, decorative studios and interior contractors worldwide who need reliable, repeatable results.
Yes, when you select the correct products to suit the environment and usage.
Both are possible. Many workshops spray for efficiency and levelling. Skilled brush application works well on small items and on sites with limited access.
Yes, the Lacquer Paint System includes a Decorative Canvas and Lacquer Glaze option to create subtle ageing, mineral movement and stone effects.
Select from ten sheens, ‘Mineral 00’ (Deep Flat) through to ‘Ceramic 90’ (Ultimate Gloss). Lower sheens are calm and architectural. Higher sheens suit statement items and high reflection designs.
Delivery timings vary by destination and service. Orders are packed for safe transit. Customs duties and local taxes may apply in your country.