Have you imagine decorating your keyboard within unique, colorful and special process keycaps? Now it comes. Chinese Lacquered is one of the most unique process in China. Due to its unique material and characteristics, very few suppliers are able to provide processing services for. Even though it requires a longer manufacturing period and steps, we still recommend you to go for it. Because it is not only a decorative item, but also one of the more distinctive representatives of Chinese culture and history.
Chinese Lacquer, also known as natural lacquer, raw lacquer, or native lacquer, is a natural resin paint obtained from the sap of the lacquer tree, which is then processed. It is one of China's famous specialties and belongs to the category of natural resin coatings. The main chemical components of Chinese Lacquer include urushiol, laccase, gum, and water. This lacquer is known for its hard and glossy finish, as well as its durability, wear resistance, heat resistance, oil resistance, water resistance, solvent resistance, and excellent electrical insulation properties.
The application of Chinese Lacquer has a long history dating back over 8,000 years. It isn’t only used for traditional purposes such as coating bamboo and wooden structures, everyday furniture, but also widely used in the manufacture of arts and crafts (such as lacquerware, lacquer paintings) and antique furniture. In industry, lacquer has also been used as a corrosion-resistant paint, for example, for workbenches in chemical laboratories. Due to the characteristics of lacquer film, it has a wide range of applications in special crafts, furniture finishing, and industries such as military, chemical, and textile.
The feel of lacquerware is typically smooth, warm, hard, and lustrous. Here are some characteristics of the tactile experience of lacquerware:
1. **Smoothness**: After multiple applications of lacquer and polishing, the surface of lacquerware is very smooth, with a delicate texture, almost without any roughness.
2. **Warmth**: Lacquerware has a warm and jade-like feel to the touch, not cold like metal, nor light and insubstantial like plastic, but rather giving a sense of warmth and softness.
3. **Hardness**: Lacquerware is quite hard, durable, and resistant to scratches, giving an impression of sturdiness and longevity.
4. **Lustrousness**: The surface of lacquerware usually exhibits a natural luster. This luster is not the glaring reflection of plastic or metal, but rather a soft, warm glow.
5. **Tactile sensation**: The tactile sensation of lacquerware is very pleasant; it feels delicate and soft. Over time, the surface of lacquerware becomes even smoother and more lustrous due to the touch of hands, a process known as "nurturing the lacquer."
6. **Texture**: The texture of lacquerware is unique, combining the natural grain of wood with the luster and hardness of lacquer, making the tactile experience of lacquerware quite distinctive.
The feel of lacquerware can vary depending on different production techniques and types of lacquer, but overall, lacquerware is loved for its unique tactile qualities and aesthetic appeal.
Overall, Chinese lacquer is a traditional material with significant cultural and practical value. It not only reflects the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient Chinese technology but also has a wide range of applications in modern times.