06-01-2012, 09:24 AM
Hi,
Very well done Paul; that is brilliant for a first attempt at using shellac. In another 50 years someone will thank you for using shellac.
I use a number 2 artists fan brush for applying the brush coats; these brushes are readily available and mine was free because Bron kindly gave me one of hers. These brushes don't hold a lot of material but I've used mine on gram and console models. As shellac rapidly dries I apply up to twelve brush coats in order to build a good base which allows flatting without cutting through to bare veneer/timber.
Quite a while ago whilst visiting Restoration Materials in Bury I splashed out and bought a proper brush or as it is correctly known; a mop. The handle is marked "8 British Made Series 9" and is shown at the following link. This mop holds a lot of material and is a joy to use; with proper care it should last years.
http://www.restoration-materials.co.uk/www.restoration-materials.gbr.cc/info.php?p=9&cat=34460
I'm always pleased to see others have a go with shellac and your first attempt Paul is an inspiration showing what can be achieved with a bit of patience. Its a lovely looking set. Keep up the good work.
Kind regards, Col.
Very well done Paul; that is brilliant for a first attempt at using shellac. In another 50 years someone will thank you for using shellac.
I use a number 2 artists fan brush for applying the brush coats; these brushes are readily available and mine was free because Bron kindly gave me one of hers. These brushes don't hold a lot of material but I've used mine on gram and console models. As shellac rapidly dries I apply up to twelve brush coats in order to build a good base which allows flatting without cutting through to bare veneer/timber.
Quite a while ago whilst visiting Restoration Materials in Bury I splashed out and bought a proper brush or as it is correctly known; a mop. The handle is marked "8 British Made Series 9" and is shown at the following link. This mop holds a lot of material and is a joy to use; with proper care it should last years.
http://www.restoration-materials.co.uk/www.restoration-materials.gbr.cc/info.php?p=9&cat=34460
I'm always pleased to see others have a go with shellac and your first attempt Paul is an inspiration showing what can be achieved with a bit of patience. Its a lovely looking set. Keep up the good work.
Kind regards, Col.
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