Many DIYers prefer spray-on lacquers because of their ... a step you can skip with lacquer finishes. Dry time: Water-based poly can take hours to dry, while oil-based poly can take up to a day.

Spray lacquer dries so fast that applying it by ... Sherwin-Williams also makes water-based lacquer, called its Gallery Series. But it’s probably not the best option if you want to avoid the ...