- Traditional french polish finish
- High gloss
- Ideal for restoration of antique furniture
- 1 hour recoat
Feast Watson French Polish is a shellac based spirit varnish for use on furniture where a deep patina is desired. Ideal for restoration of antique furniture, French Polish will achieve a warm, high gloss finish.
PREPARATION
Before you get started, follow these steps:
Make sure your timber surface is dry and free from any traces of dust, dirt, glue, wax, grease and oil.
Fill any timber defects with a suitable wood putty.
- Note that a blend of multiple putty colours may be required to match the timer colouring.
If the timber grain is open or very coarse apply one coat of Feast Watson Sanding Sealer and when thoroughly dry, sand off back to bare timber.
Using a medium grit and then fine grit paper, sand new bare timber. Remember to remove all sanding dust by sweeping and vacuuming between each sanding grade.
Previously Coated Timber
Do you have previously coated timber?
Ensure the old finish is completely removed by first sanding with a coarse paper, or stripping, then sand as for new bare timber.
If the old coating is a varnish, it will only need to be sanded back to a smooth, uniform matt finish.
Any wax build up on old French Polished surfaces should be removed by wiping with a cloth dampened with warm soapy water or pure turpentine.
APPLICATION
Using a brush or lint-free pad, apply on or two foundation coats.
Allow each coat to dry for approximately 1 hour.
Using a brush, lint-free pad or French Polish mop, continue to apply further coats until a suitable 'build' that fills the grain is obtained. Apply quickly and do not overwork as product sets and dries rapidly.
Allow 24 hours before rubbing down your surface with fine sand paper or steel wool (000).
To achieve a high gloss finish, apply a finishing coat.
