Originally Posted by
miriam
Glenn, my machine did not do well with French polish - I think it is the lack of any kind of finish on the machine. Should I brush on some shellac then polish? HOW? Does it get thinned? Should it be applied straight out of the can? It seems like it is just the bottom of the machine - the arm seems a bit better - well at least it looks shiny. The bottom just doesn't look right.
No Miriam don't bush shellac on the base, have Plhil go get you a can of clear spray shellac at Lowes. Same brand as the can shellac. Wipe down the base with naptha and then spray several thin coats of shellac to build up some finish then you can french polish. If you brush shellac you will have to thin it down the denautured alcohol so it will flow smoothly and you may have to sand with wet or dry sandpaper to remove any brush marks. I think you will have better luck with the spray shellac.