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Thread: Too cold for shellac?
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7th July 2009, 07:35 PM #1
Too cold for shellac?
Temps here in Sydney have been lows of 5-7, highs of 10-15. I was thinking about brushing on a coat of shellac after work, when it's probably 8-10 in the workshop.
Should I wait for warmer weather?
Thanks,
Tex
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7th July 2009, 08:19 PM #2
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7th July 2009, 08:58 PM #3
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7th July 2009, 09:00 PM #4
I've used the small fan heaters though an infra red heat globe is great
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7th July 2009, 09:03 PM #5
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7th July 2009, 09:05 PM #6
Any idea how warm I need to get the place, or for how long? Or what happens if it's too cold?
Did a bit of searching online, but couldn't find anything other than don't use it if it's too cold.
Thanks,
Tex
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7th July 2009, 09:08 PM #7
Back to the original question, one of the benefits of shellac is it can be applied in 4 deg C or even lower
Another good link here
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7th July 2009, 09:31 PM #8
Thanks Grog. Great links.
Guess I'll put on a jumper ....
Tex
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8th July 2009, 12:22 AM #9
Humidity is the enemy of shellac, not temperature. Shellac actually goes on really well in cold dry weather, but those cold wet days can cause the shellac to 'bloom'. Bloom isn't the death nell for a finish though, local heat and/or waiting until the ambient temperature rises usually disperses the moisture in the polish. If not, then a swipe with some alcohol will get rid of it.
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