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.

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, versatile, and …

True, shellac won’t hold up against spilled alcohol. But since dewaxed shellac bonds beautifully with every other finish, you can always follow it up with a wipe-on varnish to protect vulnerable surfaces.

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.

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 […]

Can I still apply grain filler or do I need a coat of dewaxed shellac first? Use a seal coat of shellac before filling the grain.

Sep 13, 2005 · All shellac naturally contains wax, and the wax can cause adhesion problems if other finishes are applied over it. So if you apply wax as a sealer or a barrier coat, you’re better off using …

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. […]

The truth is that shellac is a great fast-drying finish that’s easy to apply and perfect for small projects and last minute gifts. It dries quickly between coats and lets you build up the finish gradually so you can …

Feb 12, 2007 · For example, Minwax Tung Oil Finish is an oil/varnish mix, while Formby's is a varnish. Either type will be OK under shellac and probably will cure more reliably overnight than pure tung oil. …