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   flairwoodworks | Oct 17, 2008 03:53am | #1

   Willy,

   That finish (waterborne finishes in general) are among the toughest and most resilient finishes available. Be aware that waterborne finishes impart no colour - none of the warmth expected from other types of finishes. Depending on the wood it is used on, it can result in a very cold looking finish, which I don't like. Experiment first on a scrap. If you find it too cold, start the finishing process with a coat of shellac, then proceed with the waterborne stuff.

   Chris @ www.flairwoodwork.spaces.live.com

    - Success is not the key to happines.  Happiness is the key to success.  If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer

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   willy | Oct 17, 2008 05:24am | #3

   I'm heading to your province in 8 weeks - - - So it's o.k. to apply shellac and then a water based finish? It must be or you wouldn't have suggested it.

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   SantaFeTom | Oct 17, 2008 09:13pm | #4

   Only use dewaxed shellac under a water based finish. If it is just a seal coat with minimal color change then Zinsser Bullseye SealCoat is a good choice. For other color choices you may need to buy dewaxed shellac flakes and mix your own.

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   flairwoodworks | Oct 22, 2008 05:50am | #6

   Willy,Yes it works. The dewaxed part is important if your top coat is not shellac also (which it isn't), which will redissolve the first coat.Chris @ http://www.flairwoodwork.spaces.live.com

    - Success is not the key to happines.  Happiness is the key to success.  If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer

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   HowardAcheson | Oct 17, 2008 03:57am | #2

   If you want a surface to remain good looking for a long period, there is nothing like coasters, placemats and trivets. A waterborne acrylic finish won't be quite as protective as an oil based varnish or a two part lacquer but it will last forever if it is taken care of.

   Howie.........
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   | Oct 18, 2008 12:46am | #5

   Hello Willy,

   I suggest that you check out the water based finishes by Target. They are the best water based finishes on the market IMHO. I highly recommend their Oxford EM8000 conversion varnish. It is very tough and imparts a very slight color nearly identical to an oil based varnish.

   Bob, Tupper lake, NY