Beyond the Varnish: The Role of Shellac in Felt Hat Stiffening and Textile Sizing
When you think of shellac, you probably think of shiny wood floors, French-polished antiquefurniture, or perhaps even the glossy coating on your favorite candies. You probably don’tthink of the hat sitting on your head. Yet, for centuries, the millinery (hat-making) industry hasbeen one of the most important, consistent, and demanding consumers of shellac. From acrisp, […]
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