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   JimGG_ | Nov 04, 2000 12:04am | #1

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   Matt: I've used diluted oil base varnish and at other times used diluted shellac, using a brush in both instances. Looks good.

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   JimGG_ | Nov 04, 2000 01:26am | #2

   *Matt: By "smooth", how smooth do you want it? Like glass, or as some say, a piano finish? My top coat is not that smooth to the touch, but it looks smooth. If I wanted glass smooth, I'd put on several coats, sanding between each coat, which would gradually fill the crackle valleys.

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   Bob_The_Boardman | Nov 10, 2000 02:05am | #3

   *Matt, Shellac is not a very durable finish, and over time even "super blonde" will yellow a little. Oil base varnish is more durable than shellac, but you're weakening it by diluting it. It also will yellow over time.For a good, clear, durable finish use a brushable waterbase Poly.Good LuckBob

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   Kenneth_ | Dec 10, 2000 04:56am | #4

   *first of all what did you use to create the crackle finish? if you used milk paint or glue and a water based paint do not use a water base top coat.yo must use an oil base finish over the initial.