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FRENCH POLISH - Traditional French Polish is made from shellac and industrial alcohol. Sizes 125ml, 300ml, 500ml and 1L.
Intended Use
Suitable for French Polishing all dark and light coloured woods, when a light to medium brown tone is required. Suitable for sealing wood before waxing.
Special Features
When applied correctly will produce a high gloss finish. Alcohol evaporates rapidly leaving a film of shellac on the surface of the timber.
Preparation
Wood should be clean and smooth. If grain is open, fill with Rustins Grain Filler. Furniture that is to be renovated should be cleaned with White Spirit and fine wire wool to ensure that it is free from grease and wax.
Application
Apply with a rubber made by wrapping a piece of cotton wool in a cotton or linen rag the size of a handkerchief. Pour polish into rubber and squeeze out excess, dab a spot of linseed oil on the rubber, and work in a circle of eight motion. For more detailed instructions on French Polishing please consult our “Guide to French Polishing” leaflet or visit our website at www.rustins.co.uk. For sealing wood before waxing, apply with a brush or rag.
Coats
For French Polishing, apply as many coats as required to build a sufficient layer of shellac. For sealing wood before waxing, apply 2 liberal coats.
Drying Time
Leave 24 hours after last coat to harden.
Re-coating Time
4-6 hours
Application Temp.
Use in a warm, dry atmosphere, ideally 15- 25ºC
Coverage
13-15 sq metres/litre
Additional Information
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