Originally published at: http://traditionalpainter.com/prestonett-gras-lacquer
Martin Dunn, Traditional painter and Decorator in Staffordshire is well versed in the art of oil-based surfacer fillers. He was recently sent a tub of Prestonnet Gras a Lacquer to try by Aaron at Beissier. Beissier are Trade Corner members.
Seeing as they trust me to give it a go, I decided to put my copy of Peoples Friend down to write a few words. As part of our on-going work…
Gras a Lacquer is one of the most talked about little used fillers! It is used where you are looking for a number 10 front door paint job. Used judiciously, it adds a really good touch to an exterior and everything and everyone shines around it. Or on cills.
It will raise the sheen level a notch, so bear that in mind, if your aim is not to have the shiniest finish in the king of shine stakes.
It must go on thin too. Here is a useful thread. Also use the search button to find more discussion around Gras a Lacquer
Which brands of Swedish Putty type products like the have you used? Had a go with Tekaloid car body products?
tekaloid ,brushing filler what’s the drying time, between coats and how long before you can paint.