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.

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.

I'd like to start using shellac to finish the furniture I build. What type of brush is best and how should I care for it? Learn the answer from an expert.

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, …

See how Peter Gedrys makes a pad, or rubber, for shellac in this sidebar to a video series on refinishing furniture. Find links to the whole video series below.

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 […]

Nov 19, 2019 · Finishing expert and woodworker John Coffey gives an introduction to shellac, discussing the different types, how to mix it, and how to apply it to create a long-lasting, …

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.

Dec 20, 2005 · Brushing shellac applies thicker coats and therefore require more time between coats. Yuo can use 2 lb. cut with brushing. Use only artist's watercolor wash brushes such as …

Jan 4, 2010 · Shellac is a an evaporative finish. Temperature basically has no affect on evaporation. I have used shellac in below freezing conditions and I just give it about double …