basecoats
Initial paint applications
Basecoats is the plural of basecoat—the initial layer of paint or coating applied before subsequent layers.
In automotive painting, the basecoat provides color while a clearcoat adds shine and protection.
In nail polish, a basecoat protects the nail and helps color adhere: Always apply basecoats to prevent staining.
Preparatory coat or guide
- gessoAbsorbent primer for canvases
- sealerCoating preventing moisture penetration
- surface prepReadying material for coating
- adhesionState of clinging fast
coverage · latex · acrylic · roller · brush · spray · sanding · drywall
Preparatory coat or guide
- manicureCosmetic fingertip grooming
- polishSmooth by rubbing
- lacquerGlossy protective coating
- gelWobbly semi-solid substance
shellac · topcoat · adhesion · pedicure · nail art · strengthener · bonder · dehydrator
Preparatory coat or guide
- bodyworkVehicle's external structure
- spray gunPressurized painting device
- refinishingRestoring a worn surface
- urethaneOrganic ester compound
rust prevention · sanding · paint booth · respray · corrosion protection · body shop · sealer
Reducing irregularities systematically
- mattifyingRemoving oily sheen
- blurringMaking less distinct
- settingContext of events
- face primerPre-makeup skin preparation
primer
Preparatory coat or guide
- gessoAbsorbent primer for canvases
- sealerCoating preventing moisture penetration
- surface prepReadying material for coating
adhesion · coverage · latex · acrylic · roller · brush · spray · sanding · drywall · wood primer
primer
Preparatory coat or guide
gel · shellac · topcoat · adhesion · pedicure · nail art · strengthener · bonder · dehydrator · cuticle
primer
Preparatory coat or guide
- bodyworkVehicle's external structure
- spray gunPressurized painting device
- refinishingRestoring a worn surface
urethane · rust prevention · sanding · paint booth · respray · corrosion protection · body shop · sealer
smoothing
Reducing irregularities systematically
- mattifyingRemoving oily sheen
- blurringMaking less distinct
- settingContext of events