{"product_id":"annie-sloan-matt-laquer","title":"Annie Sloan Matt Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAnnie Sloan Matt Lacquer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChalk Paint® Lacquer is the finishing touch your painted pieces deserve — a hard-wearing, water-based polyacrylic varnish with built-in UV protection that seals and protects your work for the long term. It goes on perfectly clear, dries quickly, and won't yellow over time. Reliable, beautiful, and built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matt finish gives your piece a soft, flat surface that feels completely natural — no shine, no distraction, just the pure beauty of your Chalk Paint® colour, deepened ever so slightly for a rich, authentic result. It's the finish that lets the paint do all the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Matt Lacquer Works Best\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatt Lacquer is the go-to protective topcoat for surfaces where you want a natural, understated finish alongside serious durability. It's especially well suited to pieces where a flat, velvety surface is part of the aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDining tables and chairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKitchen cabinets and cabinetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOutdoor furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFloors and skirting boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage and aged furniture pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAny high-traffic surface where a flat finish is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Apply Matt Lacquer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow your Chalk Paint® to dry fully before you begin. Stir the lacquer gently — never shake — and apply in thin, even coats with a good quality brush or roller. Allow each coat to dry fully (around 1–2 hours) before applying the next. For surfaces like dining tables that see heavy daily use, two to three coats will give you the most durable result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly sand between coats with a fine 320-grit sandpaper for an ultra-smooth, professional finish. Wipe away any dust before applying the next coat — it makes all the difference. Because Matt Lacquer slightly deepens the colour of your Chalk Paint®, it's worth doing a small test patch first to make sure you love the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGloss vs. Matt — Which Finish Is Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth finishes are equally tough and durable — it really comes down to the look you're after. \u003cstrong\u003eMatt Lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e gives a flat, velvety finish and will slightly deepen the colour of your Chalk Paint®, similar to the effect of Chalk Paint® Wax — beautiful for vintage, aged, and natural interiors. \u003cstrong\u003eGloss Lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e dries completely clear with a light polished sheen, preserving your Chalk Paint® colour exactly as painted. If you love that soft, matte depth, Matt is your answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 750ml tin covers approximately 19 square metres (204 ft²)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matt (flat, velvety)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-based polyacrylic varnish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — colours stay vibrant over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly deepens the colour of Chalk Paint®, similar to wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 hours between coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Annie Sloan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20438083928162,"sku":"MALC001.X750.01","price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/8938\/1730\/files\/Chalk-Paint-Lacquer-MATTE.jpg?v=1757635276","url":"https:\/\/www.monpetitpalais.com.au\/products\/annie-sloan-matt-laquer","provider":"MON PETIT PALAIS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}