jesusofthearbys Posted March 2, 2007 Report Share Posted March 2, 2007 I'm going to be making a solidbody out of basswood. I was wondering how I would go about finishing it to have the same solid color as just any solid color Fender. 1) Do I have to use grain filler on the basswood for the solid color? 2) What should I use to apply this kind of finish? Please list what products I will need, or brands you like... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Posted March 2, 2007 Report Share Posted March 2, 2007 I'm testing some scrap basswood now to see how it finishes and how paints are compatible with a few of my finishes. From the little experience I have with spraying on the basswood, I would say it does not need to be grain filled. I am sanding it to 400 grit before applying primer. There are many ways to go about the finish. You can use aerosol cans or a compressor with a spray gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesusofthearbys Posted March 4, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2007 I'm testing some scrap basswood now to see how it finishes and how paints are compatible with a few of my finishes. From the little experience I have with spraying on the basswood, I would say it does not need to be grain filled. I am sanding it to 400 grit before applying primer. There are many ways to go about the finish. You can use aerosol cans or a compressor with a spray gun. Thanks... try to tell me how it turns out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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