Boston NC-340-WH Nitrocellulose Primer Aerosol 500ml (White)

General

This 500 millilitre can of Boston NC-510 Nitrocellulose Primer can be used to start off the paint-job of a self-build electric guitar or bass, or help spruce up an old model with a fresh coat. Nitrocellulose lacquer has been used since the fifties and sixties and is still used today to add a throwback touch to vintage-style instruments. Since it applies such a thin layer, the resonant properties of the wood is retained and over the years, the instrument only gains character as the lacquer takes on a natural tint and checking and cracking occurs.

Boston NC-510 Primer: Safety First

Boston Nitrocellulose primer should only be applied in a well ventilated room where the temperature is no lower than 15°C and only when you're wearing the right gear. So, you'll need a good pair of protective gloves, some old clothes, safety glasses and a face mask. You might also want to clear out or cover anything else in the room that you don't want to get spattered with lacquer. Once done, hold the can upside down and spray until only air is emitted to clean the nozzle before putting the can away.

How To Apply Lacquer

Start by holding the can upside down and shaking it for a coupled of minutes before testing out a light layer of primer on a spare piece of wood. Wipe the body of your guitar or bass down to get rid of any dust or grease, making sure that the surface is clean and dry. Now, hold the nozzle around 20 centimetres away from the wood before spraying and releasing the nozzle to change direction before spraying again. Once the first thin coat has been applied, allow it to dry for ten minutes before applying the next coat. Note that nitrocellulose primer will require a few days of drying time to fully harden.