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  1. 8th August 2005, 08:59 PM #1
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    Default Some help please

    Does any one know what the typical finish is on a carved champhor wood chest?
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  2. 10th August 2005, 09:09 PM #2
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    I don't know if they have changed the finish in the last few years but it used to be shellac. If you are repairing damage try a little metho an a rag (on the back)if the polish softens or comes off onto the rag you know you're on a winner. vinnie
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  3. 11th August 2005, 09:18 AM #3
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    Thanks Vinnie makes sense that shelac would have been used I will test the box and give it a go.


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