Not suppose to be able to but I did and it never lifted just wore off a lot sooner than I thought it would
Yes. But you can't do the reverse. So if your primer is lacquer-based you can spray an over-coat of enamel on the top.
Yes, you can spray lacquer over paint to achieve a smooth and durable finish.
If the Enamel is an original baked finish there should be no problem. Many DIY touch up paints are made from Acrylic Lacquer. If however the enamel is air-dried then the solvents in the lacquer will react and cause the enamel to bubble and craze. Enamel paints become hard on the surface but stay soft underneath if not baked to harden them. The lacquer is able to penetrate this outer layer and react with the enamel paint.
No, the solvents in lacquer are to hot and volatile. The lacquer will cause bubbling of the acrylic paint.
Lacquer can cause the paint to bubble or crack due to the very hot solvent that is a part of lacquer. If you want a clear coat over paint, a better choice is spar varnish over oil base paint and arcylic urethane over latex.
No, the solvents in lacquer are to hot and volatile. The lacquer will cause bubbling of the acrylic paint.
Yes you can, although it will adhere much better if you spray a primer first.
Where can I buy black enamel paint that is similar to Japanese black lacquer?
A lacquer-based clearcoat. Enamel is never used for auto paint.
No, it is not recommended to spray lacquer over shellac for a smooth and durable finish. Shellac and lacquer are not compatible finishes and may cause issues with adhesion and durability. It is best to use one type of finish for a consistent and long-lasting result.
yes I've tried it before.
Lacquer thinner has no sheen. It will thin any lacquer or enamel and imparts no gloss or change of that nature.