29-02-2012, 05:23 PM
I'll give some thought to showing how control knobs may be copied with the simplest of methods.
Meanwhile, as far as toner goes - I prefer it to stain as, correctly used, it stays on the surface rather than sinking into the wood grain and therefore it is reversible. First thing is to apply two or three coats of clear lacquer, rubbing down as usual, then the toner, lightly applied and gradually building to the density required (too much and the grain figure is lost, too little and a speckled appearance becomes obvious). VERY gently rub down, avoiding edges and corners or you risk cutting through the toner. Finish with several coats of clear.
Toner can be obtained from
http://www.restoration-materials.co.uk/w...fo.php?p=2&cat=31287
Telephone orders accepted. No personal connection, only as a customer.
-Tony
Meanwhile, as far as toner goes - I prefer it to stain as, correctly used, it stays on the surface rather than sinking into the wood grain and therefore it is reversible. First thing is to apply two or three coats of clear lacquer, rubbing down as usual, then the toner, lightly applied and gradually building to the density required (too much and the grain figure is lost, too little and a speckled appearance becomes obvious). VERY gently rub down, avoiding edges and corners or you risk cutting through the toner. Finish with several coats of clear.
Toner can be obtained from
http://www.restoration-materials.co.uk/w...fo.php?p=2&cat=31287
Telephone orders accepted. No personal connection, only as a customer.
-Tony
