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  1. 26th June 2006, 08:00 PM #1
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    Mate came back from Tassie with some white sassafrass(sp) Tried to use shellac on a small piece but did not retain the colour.He wants a high gloss sheen.Any ideas would be appreciated...............AL
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    Al, try Mini wax gloss wipe on poly. Its great on Sassafras. Have a look here http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com...ad.php?t=33621
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    Thanks for the advice Lignum.Will be at the Adelaide Wood Show in July and will contact the ubeaut stand.BTW terrific looking project..esp the mitres.Regards............AL
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    Could use dewaxed shellac, give you the same colour as being wet with water.
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