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Author:  Eric Hoffer [ Wed Jul 21, 2010 5:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Where to get shellac

Just about ready to start finishing my 2nd. I am just wondering where everyone gets their shellac flakes. I would prefer to get it locally if at all possible.

-Thanks,

eric.

Author:  Zach Ehley [ Wed Jul 21, 2010 6:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

I've done LMI flake, but Micheal Dale Payne recommends Zinsser SealCoat Universal Sanding Sealer for French Polish...NOT the normal Shellac that Zinsser sells at the big box stores. I can fint the SealCoat at the big box store around me though. It lasts 3 years from manufacture date due to some mystery preservative. The only drawback is you dont have much control of the color.

Author:  Tim L [ Wed Jul 21, 2010 6:54 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

Locally you're on your own. Locally for me would be
Shellac.net [:Y:]
It's at least in the same state for me.

Tim

Author:  Tom West [ Wed Jul 21, 2010 7:18 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

Wood Essence on the net. In Canada but good product, good folks to deal and fast.
Tom

Author:  Bob Shanklin [ Wed Jul 21, 2010 9:36 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

westca wrote:
Wood Essence on the net. In Canada but good product, good folks to deal and fast.
Tom


Thanks for the link Tom. Have been looking to find Canadian supplier for Target coatings.

Bob

Author:  Eric Hoffer [ Thu Jul 22, 2010 8:33 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

Wow, I am happy to learn that premixed is acceptable. I thought dry was the only way to go. I will have to check around to see if I can get the correct Zinsser product around here. Thanks for the help. I will probably ask for it again soon as this is my first attempt at a french polish. :)

-Eric

Author:  Dave Rickard [ Thu Jul 22, 2010 8:56 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

I use Shellac.net
There nice people and as close as your computer.

Author:  Quine [ Thu Jul 22, 2010 12:29 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

I get mine from Rockler. Their flakes come in 2oz bags which is great if you don't have a scale. Just add 8oz alcohol for a 2lb cut

Author:  Pat Foster [ Thu Jul 22, 2010 12:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

International Violin. Look for shellac flakes, not French polish, which is a process not a product. They sell natural resins too. If you mix your own, it's easy, cheaper, and you know how fresh it is.

Pat

Author:  Mike Collins [ Thu Jul 22, 2010 12:49 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Where to get shellac

I ,3rd Shellac.net
mc

Author:  Miketobey [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 7:37 am ]
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Just reinforcing a crucial distinction----On Zinsser, make sure you buy the SealCoat. It is the dewaxed product.

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