French Polishing

Not-So-French Polishing

AW150, Finishing, Finishing Techniques, French Polishing, Shellac, Techniques, Woodworking Posts / Enthusiast

A new twist on an old method of applying shellac. You’ve spent weeks, or months producing that perfect table from a very special wood, and now it’s time to apply…
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French Polishing Myths

December 2011 #194, Finishing, Finishing Techniques, Flexner on Finishing, French Polishing, Types of Finishes, Woodworking Posts / Enthusiast

Linen and more. Over the years, many articles have appeared in major woodworking magazines instructing readers to use linen for the outer cloth in a French polishing pad. No explanation,…
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