Hello!
I have a problem with shellac that I need help with. I have built a Grandfather Clock out of Black Walnut and is finished with shellac. This is my first time using shellac and it is beautiful. I tried to fill the grain and thought it was filled with the oil and pumice method. It seemed to be filled but after 12 to 15 coats of shellac I can still see some open grain.
Is it OK to use a lacquer sanding sealer at this time and sand off well then recoating with a couple more coats of shellac?
I’m so tired of sanding and recoating.
Thank you.
Charlie M.
Edited 11/3/2008 10:02 am ET by Maridon
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Hi Charlie:
I've been delinquent from the forum for a while so I apologize for the delayed response. I suspect you're way past this stage by now, and if not I'm not going to be much help.
Peter Gedrys is our finishing expert and I'd suggest you post your question again in his folder if you're still looking for advice.
I've never applied more than 6 coats of shellac (or any finish for that matter) to any of my projects. But then again, I've never built such a classic period piece as your tall clock.
It's probably off topic but perhaps you might find this finishing video helpful by FW editor Mark Schofield:
http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/subscription/Materials/MaterialsArticle.aspx?id=26534
Matt Berger
Fine Woodworking
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