Shellac Sanding Sealer is the traditional way of sealing timber prior to applying a polish or a wax.
Our version has a high percentage of real shellac which means it does the job extremely well, dissolved in an ethanol solution to make it easy to apply and quick drying.
Applied by cloth, brush or spray it dries in about 20 minutes, making it very popular for cabinet and architectural work as it is easy to keep a wet edge running. It is also popular with woodturners and highlights the natural grain of the timber extremely well.
Sand back lightly after application and apply Friction Polish, French Polish or any of our waxes on top.
Conforms to EN71 Part 3 – suitable for toys and nursery furniture.
Typical uses |
To seal open pores of timber prior to application of lacquers, waxes or polishes. Once dry lightly sand for a smooth surface. |
Method of application |
Brush, cloth or spray |
Drying time |
Within five minutes under normal conditions |
Coverage |
approx. 8-10 m² per litre |
Compatibility |
Can be used as a basecoat for Melamine Lacquer, Acrylic Gloss Lacquer, Acrylic Lacquer, Ebonising Lacquer, Acrylic Satin Lacquer, WoodWax 22, Woodturner’s Stick Wax, Friction Polish. |
Tips |
One coat should be sufficient to seal the piece you are working on. Not advisable to apply more than one coat, especially when using a hard topcoat ie lacquers. This product can be tinted using Spirit Stain. Up to 10% of stain can be added to the sealer |
Thinners |
Cellulose Thinners. |
Safety Considerations |
Highly Flammable. Our formula does not contain harmful solvents (such as toluene and xylene) but should still be used in a well ventilated place. (see Safety Data Sheet or warnings on can for full details). |
KeithGoddard (verified owner) –
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