A glossy coating can be achieved with LACQUER, ENAMEL, or VARNISH. LACQUER is a clear or colored coating made from a combination of resins, solvents, and plasticizers that dries to a hard, durable finish. ENAMEL is a type of paint that is usually glossy and made from synthetic resins, pigments, and solvents. VARNISH is a transparent, hard, protective finish or film that is primarily used in wood finishing but can also be used on other materials. All three of these coatings can provide a glossy finish to a variety of surfaces.