Alternative to Laquer - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

photoman125 · 18th Dec 2007, 12:14 am

Due to a hand problem I can't spray laquer, I collect 1930's to 1945 sets often basket cases which mean stripping off the varnish etc, any suggestions what to use to still give an original finish thanks
Steve

chipp1968 · 18th Dec 2007, 12:45 am

some people use danish oil ,which is easy to apply ,and can with care give a very nice finish

photoman125 · 18th Dec 2007, 12:54 am

Thanks I've just stripped several coats of paint from my utility set so I'll try some on that

Mike Phelan · 18th Dec 2007, 8:40 am

Yep - I'd go for Danish Oil. Start with a brush, then use a lint-free cloth for the subsequent coats. Leave each coat for a few days.

If it is a high-gloss finish, I would be tempted to use French polish (shellac + meths), but that needs a bit more skill.

18th Dec 2007, 12:14 am	#1
photoman125 Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Coalville Posts: 36	Alternative to Laquer Due to a hand problem I can't spray laquer, I collect 1930's to 1945 sets often basket cases which mean stripping off the varnish etc, any suggestions what to use to still give an original finish thanks Steve

18th Dec 2007, 12:45 am	#2
chipp1968 Rest in Peace Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Somerset, UK. Posts: 2,356	Re: Alternative to Laquer some people use danish oil ,which is easy to apply ,and can with care give a very nice finish

18th Dec 2007, 12:54 am	#3
photoman125 Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Coalville Posts: 36	Re: Alternative to Laquer Thanks I've just stripped several coats of paint from my utility set so I'll try some on that

18th Dec 2007, 8:40 am	#4
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: Alternative to Laquer Yep - I'd go for Danish Oil. Start with a brush, then use a lint-free cloth for the subsequent coats. Leave each coat for a few days. If it is a high-gloss finish, I would be tempted to use French polish (shellac + meths), but that needs a bit more skill. __________________ Mike.