How long after staining can I lacquer?

From contributor L: You need to wait a minimum of 3 days with warm temps before you can topcoat MinWax with a lacquer product. From the original questioner: Should have mentioned I waited 24 hours before sealing the stain.Click to see full answer. Just so, can lacquer be applied over stain?Lacquer can be used on most woods, but it cannot be used on mahogany and rosewood; the oils in these woods will bleed through the finish. It cannot be used over other finishes or over oil-base stains or many fillers; the solvents in lacquer will dissolve other finishes and incompatible stains and fillers. how long should stain dry before clear coat? As a rule of thumb, you should wait 24-48 hours to allow the stain to fully dry before applying your polyurethane. If you’re extra cautious, you may even choose to wait 72 hours before applying your poly. Also asked, do you have to put a clear coat over stain? While staining creates a rich, deep color that highlights natural wood grain, it does not provide long-term protection. A polyurethane top coat protects the wood from scratches, stains and water damage.How long does stain need to dry? 24 hours