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I have decided to shellac my tongue and groove pine back and front prior to installation. I want a 3" or maybe 4" brush and have done some internet searching, but am not sure what type/brand is best.
Looking for suggestions for a brush that will give good results. Not afraid to spend more for quality if the results will be better.
Thanks, ron
Shellac dries so fast it is a finish better suited to be sprayed. It comes in a rattle can if you don't have the means of spraying. Dried shellac is easily dissolved with alcohol which is contained in the liquid shellac. If you don't work really fast or use a French polish system you end up taking about as much finish off as you apply. Then it sets up so fast brush marks are a problem.
If you really want to brush it use as soft a paint brush as you can find and apply thin coats. Just keep in mind it's better to have miss spots than to brush too long.
If you don’t spray I’d go for a watercolor wash brush with very fine synthetic bristles. Windsor newton makes a good line
When brushing shellac, I use golden taklon brushes. White taklon is probably fine too.
clean brush with DNA frequently to prevent gunk buildup in the ferrule.
as said, better off using a sprayer. (such as the purple one at HF).
if you decide to brush, it is recommended to clean and wash the brush
thoroughly right after use. don't let it sit overnight in a can of solvent.
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Originally Posted by Phil Mueller
I buy reasonably priced golden taklon brushes at a local hobby shop.