Shellac is a natural resin that's derived from the secretions of the Lac bug--an insect that feeds off trees indigenous to India and Thailand.

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.

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 …

Aug 28, 2019 · Shellac is a wonderful finish with a fantastic range of applications and possibilities. It can range from an easy utility finish all the way up to the finest of fine […]

Fresh, dewaxed shellac is plenty durable Shellac gets a bad rap for durability, in part because of confusion between waxy and dewaxed versions. Stick with dewaxed shellac; it dries to a hard, …

Feb 28, 2022 · Shellac is a sealer, a barrier, a top-coat. Why would you use it under oil finishes that are designed to penetrate into the wood, you're defeating the purpose.

Nov 19, 2019 · Finishing expert and woodworker John Coffey gives an introduction to shellac, discussing the different types, how to mix it, and how to apply it to create a long-lasting, …

Shellac starts life as the by-product of a tiny insect, no larger than a poppyseed. By the time it is grown, harvested, and refined, it has evolved into one of woodworking's most beautiful, …

Jun 30, 2002 · Am preparing to finish some high-end casework in cherry and debating whether to use all dewaxed fresh shellac or to seal with 1 lb cut and coat with other finishes. […]

Sep 21, 2002 · Archy, Shellac disolves in solvents other than alcohol. It disolves in turpentine and in lacquer thinners. If you add turpentine to your shellac solution, you will slow down drying. …