Anthony Miller

How to French Polish Anthony Miller

French polishing is a wood finishing technique that results in a very high gloss surface, with a deep colour and chatoyancy. French polishing consists of applying many thin coats of shellac dissolved in denatured alcohol using a rubbing pad lubricated with one of a variety of oils. in this book you will learn The complete guides on how to french polish for woodworkers. The ways and materials to follow and use. if you are a beginners then this book is the best guide for you. Considered the most exquisite of all wood finishes, French polishing is a centuries-old technique using hand-rubbed shellac to produce a deep, high-gloss finish. With over 30 years of experience as a luthier (maker of string instruments) and finisher, the author's tried and true techniques are presented in this book and will allow the student to quickly master the art of French polishing step by step. The author simplifies the often-confusing and conflicting descriptions of this technique, and presents each step clearly and concisely. The materials needed, the making of the muneca (rubbing pad), the preparation of the shellac solution, the preparation of the wooden surface, the application and maintenance of the finish are all covered.