hi,
i've just re sprayed my mtb frame, i was going to let a local place do it for me but due to money i opted to try it my self. (which came out quite nice

) ive done about 2 or 3 coats of primer then 4plus of the main colour about 1 and half cans.
i want to lacauer it but dont want to use a can because ppl have said its thin and not so good.!!?? so im thinking of taking it to a body shop so they can whack some on for me!
i would like if any of you could tell me if the lacquer is going to protect the paint from chips, scratches and stacks atall. and if spray can lacquer is going to be any diff from the stuff they have in a car repair garage! thicker, stronger or even worth puttin it on?
thanks
craig