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2. French polish - Wikipedia

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   French polishing a table. French polishing is a wood finishing technique that results in a very high gloss surface, with a deep colour and chatoyancy.French polishing consists of applying many thin coats of shellac dissolved in denatured alcohol using a rubbing pad lubricated with one of a variety of oils.

3. Wood finishing - Wikipedia

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   Excellent general furniture finish, harder than standard lacquer. Conversion varnish or Acid-Cat Lacquer: Transparent, all sheens from 5% to Gloss Excellent protection against many substances Meets UK and European standards for "severe use". Uses toxic solvents, including toluene. Moderate. Requires spray equipment. Used in professional shops only.

4. Lacquer - Wikipedia

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   Lacquer sheen is a measurement of the shine for a given lacquer. [8] Different manufacturers have their own names and standards for their sheen. [8] The most common names from least shiny to most shiny are: flat, matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss (high).

5. 118 Satisfying Before And After Restoration Pics That Prove ...

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   The original is very shiny on the top and sides, so I can't decide between a polyurethane or lacquer top coat. I'm primarily concerned with protecting it. I'd like to keep the front more matte ...

6. Varnish - Wikipedia

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   Lacquer is typically sprayed on, within a spray booth that evacuates overspray and minimizes the risk of combustion. The rule of thumb is that a clear wood finish formulated to be sprayed is a lacquer, but if it is formulated to be brushed on then it is a varnish. Thus, by far most pieces of wooden furniture are lacquered. [citation needed]

7. Shellac - Wikipedia

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   Shellac functions as a tough natural primer, sanding sealant, tannin-blocker, odour-blocker, stain, and high-gloss varnish. Shellac was once used in electrical applications as it possesses good insulation qualities and seals out moisture. Phonograph and 78 rpm gramophone records were made of shellac until they were gradually replaced by vinyl ...