Ever get the feeling that the last inch is a mile away? I’m just about there. I’ve got two coats of amber shellac on all of the pieces of the crib. Shellac, sanding, shellac, and sanded with an extra fine scotch pad. For the final coat, I’ve decided to thin the shellac:
I diluted the amber shellac with an equal part denatured alcohol and rubbed it on, as opposed to brushing it on – as the previous two coats were applied. I really like how that has turned out – here’s a shot of the base after the thinned finish was wiped on:
That should dry easily overnight, then back to the upper half for its final coat. If I don’t add a second thinned coat, Briana should sleep in the crib this Tuesday night!
Congrats! The finish looks great. I love shellac finishes.
Cheers — Larry
Overall I’m liking how the finish is turning out. This last coat wiped on really easily – and much faster than the brushed on coats. Makes me wonder if I should have been doing the thinning/wiping combo from the start – even it meant more coats.
That is a brilliant finish, it is so warm and inviting. It really makes the wood look nice. Well done. And yes, that final inch is the most painful and long part of the journey. At least, that is how it seems to me.