Northwest Guitars

CLEAR SATIN Nitrocellulose Guitar Paint / Lacquer Aerosol - 400ml

£13.99
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4.77
NCL400-CS

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Northwest Guitars Professional Nitrocellulose Guitar Paints are crafted for luthiers, restorers, and hobbyists seeking authentic finishes. Used on early Fender and Gibson guitars, this premium formula delivers vintage tones and aesthetics. Over time, it develops a natural patina with sought-after checking and cracking effects, capturing the character of classic instruments.

With colours inspired by legendary models like Butterscotch Blonde, Lake Placid Blue, and Pelham Blue, this paint allows you to recreate iconic finishes or craft unique designs. Its thin, resonant finish enhances tone and appearance, perfect for vintage restorations or custom builds.

Each 400ml aerosol includes an elliptical nozzle for precision application and provides enough paint for 5-6 coats. Once dried, the finish can be polished and buffed to a glossy shine, showcasing your instrument’s beauty.

Northwest Guitars Nitrocellulose Paints combine durability, authenticity, and exceptional results for guitar finishing projects.

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Additional product information

• 400ml aerosol of nitrocellulose top coat
• Faithful recreation of the original colours from the big F & Gibson
• Will age and crack over time
• Requires sanding and polishing to achieve a glossy finish
• One can is enough to cover a Telecaster style body with around 5-6 coats
• We recommend adding 4-5 coats of clear gloss over all finishes for protection & a deeper glossy shine
• Quick drying


• Use aerosols in an upright position to avoid "spitting"
• After use, invert the aerosol and briefly press the nozzle to clear any remaining paint
• We recommend adding a coat of Clear Gloss/Satin over all solid, metallic & transparent colours.
• Each can is enough for 5-6 coats of a Telecaster sized body (depending on coat thickness)
DO NOT WARM AEROSOLS BEFORE USE
• For a complete guide to using our nitro products click here

Use only in a well ventilated area.
• Colour may vary slightly depending on number of coats applied, wood type and preparation method.
• Suitable breathing apparatus should be worn

• Northwest Guitars, Unit A Hoyle Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 0LW, GB
• Phone: +44 1925 407056
• Email: sales@northwestguitars.co.uk

• EU Comply OÜ, Pärnu Mnt 139b-14, Tallinn, Tallinn, 11317, EE
• Email: hello@eucompliancepartnet.com
• Phone: +33 757 690241

• Extremely flammable aerosol.
• Causes serious eye irritation.
• May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Customer Reviews

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Eric Smith
Nitrotastic

Good value and quality tins of clear satin delight!

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SIMON CARTER
Easy to use, great finish

This is a really great product, remember to shake for at least 2 minutes. Apply and enjoy. It is really that simple. It goes on easy, no need to sand between coats as it levels out. No runs. You will need 2 cans for a guitar body, apply a thin coat every 15 minutes until you have the required depth that you are after. Leave it for a few weeks light sand with the finest of paper and that's it reassemble and play.
Handy hint: If you are in UK use a galvanized steel wall plate strap as the holes line up with the Fender body just bend the end over to allow to hang from shed ceiling.

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John Leigh
Spray cans

Only used the sanding sealer as yet but it covers very well and is very easy to use

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Robert Leeder

Could have been a little bit less glossy and more matt, but otherwise a nice finish.

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Michael Jones
CLEAR SATIN Nitrocellulose Guitar Paint

Excellent paint. Easy to use and get a good finish. thanks