Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Amber Shellac on red oak.


This is a traditional finish that can be tricky to nail down, but great when matching old finishes. It is important to remember that with shellac that is not de-waxed, you can run into problems with adhesion of other finishes so make sure you really love the color before you commit.

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