Feb 19, 2017 · Shellac vs oil-based polyurethane Jump to Latest 14K views 26 replies 7 participants last post by renraw9002 May 15, 2017 R

Dec 7, 2021 · Or is the shellac unnecessary? I appreciate shellac is a sealer so given that, does shellac prevent oil finishes from penetrating the wood if applied after the shellac and can the …

Jan 30, 2009 · I agree, shellac, done in the old way is a beautiful finish, but not very durable. If alcohol is spilled on it is dissolves, water leaves rings, etc. Poly is very durable, and finished …

Aug 31, 2018 · Could someone please offer the benefit or difference between finishing with clear shellac vs BLO w/ poly? I'm looking to get better looking finishes and have never used shellac …

Is there any difference between Zinsser’s SealCoat and regular Bulls Eye shellac? Learn the answer on how to seal your project with dewaxed shellac.

Jan 22, 2008 · Shellac is harder than varnish, but not more wear resistant. Since I personally would never use polyurethane varnish on furniture,I would use an alk'd varnish.If you have …

Jul 8, 2007 · Hi Don; Oil based or water based polyurethane goes great over DEWAXED shellac! I am redoing all my kitchen cabinets and have had very good results with dewaxed shellac and …

Oct 31, 2024 · Shellac isn't very water resistant and unless you use a de-waxed version of shellac polyurethane won't adhere very well to it. How are you applying the shellac? If you are using …

Oct 11, 2006 · Orange shellac is somewhat more water resistant than white (which Zinsser now calls "Amber" and "Clear". But the biggest difference comes with the distinction of whether the …

Dec 17, 2020 · Shellac Shellac is a natural resin that is commonly available and easy to apply. Of all the sealers, shellac is perhaps the most universal in its ability to prevent finishing problems. …