WATER-BASED FINISHES HAVE EQUAL OR BETTER PERFORMANCE THAN SOLVENT FINISHES
Some in the industry are still operating under the misconception that water-based finishes have slow dry time compared to lacquer and lack longstanding durability. However, with water-borne products, you can complete two or three re-coats in a day, depending on your equipment. Although water coatings won't flash off as quickly as lacquer, when you factor in sanding and spray times, the timeframe from start to finish is about the same. To speed up the process, experts advise using infrared light and increasing air movement. General Finishes water-borne coatings are equivalent to, or outperform, high-end solvent finishes in terms of overall durability and chemical resistance while maintaining environmental friendliness and fast dry times. Their business model is to produce premium finishes, using the highest-quality resins, binders and additives in their coatings.
