lacquer

"He polished up the chrome until it gleamed."

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The protective helmet was essential for the construction worker. "

"The frying pan was coated with a layer of non-stick material, making it easier to wash."

"The carpenter lacquered the wooden table to protect it and give it a shiny finish. "

"The model airplane enthusiast carefully applied collodion, made with nitrocellulose, to the tissue paper covering the wings. "

"The new student was a natural from Japan. "

"The smooth surface of the kitchen table was perfect for setting the dinner plates. "

"Asphalt, composed of oil and sand, is a widely used material for roads."

"The drama teacher asked the students to try reacting the scene with more emotion this time. "

"The carpenter built a new wooden bookshelf for my bedroom. "

"The lemonade was a clear solution of lemon juice and water. "