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A. A lacquered piece can be a lustrous focal point in any room, whether it is an 18th-century antique, a Chinese chest, an Art Deco desk, or the dining table you got at the used-furniture store down ...

If 2026 kitchen design trends have anything to teach you, it's that boring all white kitchens are out — making way for beautiful and bold lacquer finishes.

Low sheen finishes hide imperfections but are hard to clean. Use them in low-traffic areas. Glossy sheens are easy to clean but highlight imperfections. Use them for high-traffic areas and trim. When ...