1.   The skin of clear lacquer floating at the surface was used for artwork and fine lacquerware.

2.   The work can then be cleaned, polished bright and the surface protected with a final coating of clear lacquer.

3.   A clear lacquer preserves the finish.

4.   After cleaning and polishing apply a fresh coat of clear lacquer, otherwise it will tarnish quickly.

5.   Spiral staircases are traditionally attached to balconies, he said, and here the steel staircase was simply sanded and coated with clear lacquer.

6.   The front door is the original stainless steel, and the window frames were stripped down to their bare nickel alloy, then sealed with clear lacquer.