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   RLMillard | Jul 04, 2002 03:16am | #1

   I know nothing about using black lacquer, but you might try 4F pumice or even 2F. To even out the shine, or lack of shine in your case, I would use some kind of rubbing lubricant ( soapy water?) Some of the synthetic abrasive pads could also help dull your finish.

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   Paul_Snyder | Jul 04, 2002 09:05pm | #2

   The simplest solution is to spray a coat of matte lacquer over the black.

   An alternative rubbing method is to use Mirka'a "Abralon" abrasive disk with your random orbit sander. The Abralon comes in a variety of grits for a variety of sheens. It takes a lot less "elbow grease" to let the RO sander do the work.

   Paul

   F'burg, VA

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   sschefer | Jul 05, 2002 09:12am | #3

   The next step would be 600 w/d paper using oil as a lubricant but that will likely leave noticible surface scratches. They would be very fine but would not be the dull effect that you are looking for. What you need to do is add a flattening agent to the paint then recoat the pieces. Your paint supplier should be able to guide you in preparing the mixture.

   Steve - in Northern California