LumberJocks Woodworking Forum banner

French Polish Simplified

5K views 10 replies 11 participants last post by  Kentuk55 
#1 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
 

Attachments

See less See more
4
#2 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
Sounds interesting, staying tuned…
 

Attachments

#3 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
I will be looking forward to the next episode.
 

Attachments

#4 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
Very Timely post. After seeing Andy's ( gfadvm) recent box post with a reference to your help with the finish technique, I was hoping for the opportunity to get more details on your method. This will be a much appreciated blog, especially since I finally got some shellac flakes to play with. By the way, I plan to mix it with Ethanol which has a red dye in it. Will this work ok?
 

Attachments

#5 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
shellac has become a favorite of mine, looking forward to learning your technique.
 

Attachments

#6 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
I'm on the edge my seat!!!

Looking forward to attending the "Blackcherry Finishing School"!!!
Maybe I'll turn into a respectable person. NOT!!!
 

Attachments

#7 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
Always willing to learn something new.
 

Attachments

#8 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
nothing replaces the classic french polish!
 

Attachments

#9 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
Thanks, I'll be watching!
 

Attachments

#10 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
The finish on your boxes is amazing! Thanks for sharring.
 

Attachments

#11 ·
French Polish Simplified

One of my favorite finishes is the classic French Polish technique, the use of shellac and a lubricate in a hand pad wiping on method. Now I've seen plenty of ways to go about this technique from melting down shellac flake and thinning with cutting medium, so over the years I came up with a procedure of my own by trail and error and have simplified this technique to my own liking and so I would like to share with any of you who would like to try this out. So I would like to post a blog soon in showing a simple way to achieve a high end and just a wonderful feeling finish which will marvel anyone who takes hold of your next project. Also would add that this is a finish for small project like boxes and any other project that needs to be seen and not under heavy uses, Shellac is not a durable tough finish. Practice on a scrap piece of wood is highly recommended just till you get the hang of the process and I can't stress enough that small amount of shellac and lubricate are critical in achieving a nice finish so with that said stay tune for a simple way to French Polishing….BC
Dishware Tableware Ingredient Wood Serveware


Wood Wooden block Table Tree Bench
I too am holding my breath, so, hurry back.
 

Attachments

This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Top