guitar2005 Posted November 17, 2007 Report Share Posted November 17, 2007 (edited) So on my current project, I plan on shooting Behlen's Instrument Lacquer for a clear finish over black limba. Before I do that, I want to soak up the wood with a sealer of some sort to harden the surface a little and prepare for the final finish. I tried epoxy (Liquid Wood from Abatron - takes forever to cure) on some scrap but I don't like the results. CA glue isn't great either - I don't like the colour and it doesn't penetrate into the wood that much (I tried "Hot Stuff" Red). I was going to use Behlen's Qualasole padding finish as a sealer & washcoat BUT on Behlen's Instrument Lacquer instructions, it says that I should only use their Vinyl Sealer. 1- Is the vinyl sealer really necessary? 2- If so, where can I get it in Canada? 3- Any other alternatives? Would DEFT sanding sealer be compatible with Behlen's Inst. Lacquer? Thanks Edited November 17, 2007 by guitar2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted November 17, 2007 Report Share Posted November 17, 2007 benjamin moore makes a good clear sanding sealer compatable with lacquer you can get it anyware they sell benjamin moore paints ,not too hard to find in canada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattia Posted November 17, 2007 Report Share Posted November 17, 2007 Shellac works. Zinnser Bullseye Seal Coat (wax free!) will do if you don't want to mix your own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotgoalie11565 Posted November 17, 2007 Report Share Posted November 17, 2007 About the only way you'll really know if two finishes are compatible is by testing them together on a scrap piece of wood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar2005 Posted November 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2007 About the only way you'll really know if two finishes are compatible is by testing them together on a scrap piece of wood. True, but how do I test long term durabilty and compatibility? That's why I'm asking for help here; to get tips based on other's experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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