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ACHIEVING THE PERFECT MIRROR FINISH: WHY PREMIUM FRENCH POLISHERS DEMAND DEWAXED SHELLAC

French polishing is arguably the most demanding finishing technique in the entire woodworking world. It requiresbuilding up hundreds of ultra-thin layers of spirit varnish using a specialized polishing pad, known as a fad orrubber. The goal is to create a flawless, deep mirror wood finish that seems to float right on top of the woodgrain. For […]

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Understanding Shellac Grades and Colours: From Super Blonde to Garnet to Button

One of the most confusing aspects of buying shellac, whether you are a professional woodworker looking for the perfect finish or an industrial buyer sourcing raw materials, is the bewildering array of names, grades, and colours available on the market. From “Platina” and “Super Blonde” to “Lemon,” “Orange,” “Garnet,” and “Button,” the terminology can be

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