Navy in lacquer, specifically
A navy lacquer reads almost black under warm light and reveals itself as navy when the light is neutral. Where the colour is meant to be seen, a satin finish holds the blue better than a gloss one.
What navy does for the piece
Navy carries the authority of black with more warmth, and it flatters yellow gold more than black does. It is also kinder to silver, which a true black can leave looking grey.
What navy shows
Less than black, because there is less contrast for dust to sit against. Under warm shop light a deep navy reads as black at arm's length, which is the thing to check before committing.
Which metals and stones navy suits
Yellow gold and silver. Gold foil works on navy; silver foil has too little contrast to read.
Why lacquered wood
A wood carcass built up in layers of lacquer and polished back to a piano finish. This is the heaviest and most formal thing we make.
Putting your logo on lacquered wood
Lacquer is engraved, or carries an inlaid metal plate. Foil does not bond reliably to a polished lacquer surface.
Cutting the interior in lacquered wood
The interior is a separate lined tray dropped into the carcass, so the lining material is chosen independently of the shell.
Dust with a dry microfibre cloth. Polish only with a product made for lacquer.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Colour reference | A Pantone number, a swatch or an existing box |
| Piece dimensions | Sets the interior |
| Navy in lacquer | A navy lacquer reads almost black under warm light and reveals itself as navy when the light is neutral. |
Frequently asked questions
How does navy behave in lacquered wood?
A navy lacquer reads almost black under warm light and reveals itself as navy when the light is neutral. Where the colour is meant to be seen, a satin finish holds the blue better than a gloss one.
What logo methods suit lacquered wood?
Lacquer is engraved, or carries an inlaid metal plate. Foil does not bond reliably to a polished lacquer surface.
How does lacquered wood wear in use?
Dust with a dry microfibre cloth. Polish only with a product made for lacquer.
Will a navy reorder match?
Close, not identical, across dye lots. Order the full quantity in one run, and we keep a retained swatch to match later orders against.
Specify your navy boxes
Tell us the piece, your brand and the quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.