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12th May 2020, 03:20 PM
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Finally, I've given all pieces of the table a...
Finally, I've given all pieces of the table a good shellacking. It looks beautiful and the final step is to apply wax and then put the pieces back together.
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21st August 2019, 09:43 AM
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Well I didn't get back to this project quite as...
Well I didn't get back to this project quite as soon as I expected to....
The couple of layers that I have applied will now be well set.
I am wanting to apply a few more coats of shellac. Do I need... -
13th July 2019, 07:13 PM
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They are wonderful tips, thanks auscab. What you...
They are wonderful tips, thanks auscab. What you say about the new 400 is spot on. I didn't even think of using old stuff, but it makes total sense and explains the deep scratches in my test piece.
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12th July 2019, 09:57 AM
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So after sanding up to 320, I have applied 2...
So after sanding up to 320, I have applied 2 coats of shellac without sanding in between.
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10th July 2019, 11:11 AM
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First time restoration: Silky Oak occasional table
Hi everyone and thankyou for your generosity in sharing your experiences. I am tackling a small silky oak table as a first project. I have taken it apart (see photo) as it was very wobbly and have...