Lacquer- A clear or pigmented coating that dries quickly by evaporation of solvent.

Lacquer Thinner-Solvent such as ethyl alcohol, ethyl acetate and toluene that is used for thinning or cleaning up lacquer.

Lap- To lay or place one coat so it extends over and covers the edge of the previous coat.

Latex-A water-thinned paint such as polyvinyl acetate, styrene butadiene or acrylic.

Leveling- Ability of a film to flow out free from ripples, pockmarks and brush marks after application.

Lifting- Raising and lifting of the undercoat as a result of the top coat.

Linseed Oil-A drying oil used in paint, varnish and lacquer.

Lint-free Roller- A fabric roller, designed not to shed.