10-02-2022, 09:19 AM (This post was last modified: 10-02-2022, 11:29 AM by jteneyck.)
If you only want to apply it to the edges then use a rag or paper towel to apply it, carefully, so it doesn't go over the edge. The other option is to tape off the faces first.
If you want to do the whole part then do whatever surface is the show surface last first. I would still use a rag or paper towel, or spray if that's an option for you.
John
Edit: Do the show surface first. Sorry for the confusion.
(10-02-2022, 09:19 AM)jteneyck Wrote: If you only want to apply it to the edges then use a rag or paper towel to apply it, carefully, so it doesn't go over the edge. The other option is to tape off the faces first.
If you want to do the whole part then do whatever surface is the show surface last first. I would still use a rag or paper towel, or spray if that's an option for you.
John
Edit: Do the show surface first. Sorry for the confusion.
Unless I am going to spray, I do what John says. Face (show) then edge (non-show). First & second rounds are usually brushed with either foam or Taklon, depends on how I'm feeling that day. And I don't worry much about the runs since I'll be both sanding and padding later. If a pass with a loaded pad ("rubber", "mouse", "tampon" depending on what book or language is in effect for your methods) doesn't literally wipe out any run then I just reload with mostly alcohol and make another pass.
You can add a splash of pure turpentine to your working container of shellac to extend the open time. I'll have to go look it up in my notes but I think I was using a teaspoon (or maybe a bit less) per pint. Most helpful when spraying. Use a respirator, etc.
Shellac is very forgiving.
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