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    Default Which Finish?

    Hi there

    I am building a corner unit for my wife, which will stand about waste hight, out of Lilac.

    For a previous coffee table I finished it with KraftKote, which is a two part high gloss epoxy. I really like the finish of this as it really brings out and contrasts the grain in the lilac, amd makes it look spectacular.

    For a recent badge display table I made for her, I used F&W gloss, which I am completely not happy with, as it does not contrast the grain.

    Unfortunately the KraftKote is too expensive and too difficult to use over a large surface. My question is this:

    What finish can I use that will bring out the contrasts in the grain, that is of at least a medium gloss, and that an amateur like me can apply. (Note, that I have trouble getting a shine on my shoes - I'm that bad!).

    Time and effort are not a concern, but the coverage is about two metres square so I will need to be able to apply a constant finish - i.e. not patchy.

    Any advice?

    regards

    Wongdai

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    Any advice at all?

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    there is a type of 'French Polish' that I've seen Frank Klaus use (in a video). I couldn't believe what he was doing. He was sweeping over areas that hadn't dried without any problems. Trouble is I can't remember the name of the stuff. The finish is similar to French Polish and has the advantage of being more resistant to moisture etc.
    I used it on a desk and it wore very well.
    The only problem (apart from the price which I remember wasn't cheap) is that you need to have a perfect surface. You can't fad up with it.
    Cheers,
    Jim

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    Found the name - Qualasole

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    Thanks Jim

    I will look it up.

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