Originally Posted by redbugsullivan
Quick question, for some sections that have minimal damage to the finish, why not use lacquer thinner and 000 steel wool? It redistributes the finish and often times the color without having to redo an entire top (sides...). When dry, everything matches too!
When using this technique, I've been able to avoid the entire strip and refinish process on some gorgeous treadle tables.
Yes you can do this but with denatured alcohol because the origianl finish was shellac and the alcohol is the natural sovent for it. Lacquer thinner is used on lacquer finishes. Lacquer solvent is acetone(fingernail polish remover). If your finish is lacquer this would be okay if shellac then alcohol. you can test the finish by swabbing a little lacqure thiner if it melts then it is lacquer . Try a little denatured alcohol if it melt then it is shellac. I hope this answered your question. Glenn