Woodworking Made Simple for Woodworkers

*Notice* – This can be a clip from a 2008 video. Should you discover I look roughly 25% sexier, that might be why. When you ever analysis mixing shellac, you have been in all probability overwhelmed with details about exact measurements, together with weights and volumes. Extra enjoyable ensues whenever you need to discover ways to go from one dilution to a different. Should you aren’t accustomed to shellac dilutions, right here’s the fast primer. A specific amount of shellac flakes are dissolved in alcohol to realize a specific dilution generally known as a “pound cut” (abbreviated lb cut). The most typical cuts you’ll come throughout are three lb, 2 lb and 1 lb. Most pre-combined shellac is bought as a three lb cut and is often diluted earlier than software. Once I combine the stuff myself, I wish to make a inventory answer as a 2 lb cut and dilute the stuff as wanted, relying on my software wants. To make a...