Acoustic Guitar Finish...are UV Cured finishes appropriate or even optimal for acoustic guitars?

[beginner]

hello,
I'm starting an acoustic 6 string guitar build. I'm very novice at wood working and finishing. I generally prefer a natural wood look, glossy is fine as is a more muted finish.

I've read about quite a few different finishes.

My only experience to date was using a hard wax oil for an electric guitar which worked out well, albeit not the most durable of finishes. To my eyes and hands It turned out aesthetically pleasing and feels nice to the touch.

I've strongly considered using Shellac for this new build. It is certainly a well described option, albeit labor intensive. While I'm not averse to this option, I must admit I'm curious about the UV cured products such as Solarez.

I wonder however if these UV cured finishes are optimal or even appropriate for acoustic guitars.... as ultimately lovely sound quality is a priority.

Hoping perhaps others might have experience using this type of finish....positive or negative.

Really appreciate the help.

[tippie53]

sadly these finishes are not repairable that is why lacquers are the first choice Shellac 2nd
there is also water lacquers

[rcnewcomb]

I thought Martin had switch to UV cured pre-catalyzed nitrocellulose. Am I mistaken?

[tippie53]

you are mistaken martin uses nitro lacquer and a product that is chem sheen a catalized lacquer

[rcnewcomb]

Thanks for clarifying!

[phavriluk]

I'd come by the notion that UV cured finishes aren't home-shop friendly, they're a factory finsh and I needn't think about them being applied in a amateur shop. And on to the next question...