How to choose
It is safest to start with systems explicitly listed as compatible with epoxy.
Finishes / epoxy
Lacquer for epoxy resin
A lacquer over epoxy resin has to grip a non-absorbent substrate, so it is not just about gloss — sanding, application window and an adhesion test all count.
What to watch
Before lacquering, scuff the surface and dedust thoroughly — gloss highlights prep mistakes.
In practice
For worktops and tables, pick systems with higher mechanical and chemical resistance.
Recommended product cards
Bona / LacquerTraffic HDPU 2K waterborne · silk matte / matte / extra matte · on epoxy
Sopur / LacquerPU 2K FurniturePU 2K · satin / gloss · on epoxy
Tikkurila / LacquerPU 2K High GlossPU 2K · gloss · on epoxy
ICA / LacquerPU Acrylic 2KPU 2K acrylic · satin / gloss · on epoxy
Hesse / LacquerPU 2K ClearPU 2K · satin / gloss · on epoxy
Pallmann / LacquerPU 1K WaterPU 1K Water · matte / satin · on epoxy
Milesi / LacquerPU 2K UniversalPU 2K · satin / gloss · on epoxy
Flugger / LacquerPU AcrylicPU Acrylic · matte / satin · on epoxy
V33 / LacquerPU WorktopPU · satin · on epoxy
LOBA / Lacquer2K InvisibleProtectPU 2K waterborne · ultra matte / natural · on epoxy
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FAQ
Can any lacquer go over resin?
No. On resin, systems with confirmed epoxy adhesion work best — or ones that pass a test on the target sanded surface.
Do I need to sand epoxy before lacquering?
In practice, yes. Scuffing improves adhesion and reduces peeling risk, especially outside the chemical window.
Which lacquer for a table with resin?
For a table, PU 2K or a resistant clear coating is usually worth considering, as a worktop takes more mechanical and chemical stress than a decorative piece.