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leftyjay

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  1. +1000. I went trough that "newbiness". You are starting something that involves time and patience. But more importantly, you need to understand that wood finishing is more art than a science per se.
  2. Here's the result so far : Bottom 4th page For info, check on the bottom of the 3rd page for what it does looked before the grain filling. The difference is not that big in person. It went smoothly, but I have some questions : The process seems to darken the color a little bit, even at a point it became "dull". I'm planning on doing a little sanding with P600. It should light things up a bit right ? Furthermore, When I put my project on a 45 degree angle with the light, I can see a blotchy spot (it was there even before the grain filling). I think it's the shellac. I steel wool it a little bit with a result, but not perfect. Is there any other way to solve this ? Sanding I suppose ?
  3. I use bartley's. That was the most suggested products. Compare to the water based, it worked like a charm. Thanks for the tips !
  4. No worries about double posting....just edit it like you did and hit the "Report" button so a moderator can prune as appropriate.
  5. It doesn't sound like it, but I did practice a lot and it went pretty good. The thing is I want this job to be perfect like you said. The thing is I don't remember how it felt (I did those test a few months back) to the touch once it is "perfectly done". Don't worry for me, I practiced a lot, read a lot, etc. But considering that is my main project, I wanted to make sure I had it the right way right off the bat. PS : I don't really mind sanding a little too much since my dye is a little too dark !
  6. Hey all I'm doing a DIY Carvin kit (ash body) and I did the following until today : Sanding Grain rising Dye I've just done a 1 pound washcoat of shellac, applied with a coton pad. I have the following questions : How do I know if my coat of finish is thick enought ? How long do I need to let it dry before applying my grain filler ? I ask those questions because after doing that washcoat, I have the feeling like I was just putting alchool on the body. I mean, is it normal to still feel the wood even after putting this washcoat ? I know it's thin, but still. Thanks !
  7. Even if it's not in the online form, you can get a bolt kit from Carvin with a maple top (figured or not). It's pricey tough (something like 180$ upcharge just for the top).
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