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22nd Oct 2008, 9:59 pm | #21 |
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Re: Cleaning tired veneer
I would hope it dries as otherwise its a pointess excersise. I dont fancy fluffy sets
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23rd Oct 2008, 3:50 pm | #22 |
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23rd Oct 2008, 6:43 pm | #23 |
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I'm sorry, but I'm a little confused. Going back to post #1 are we talking about cleaning veneer (bare wood) or a 'hard' finish (cellulose etc) on a wood veneer?
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23rd Oct 2008, 7:02 pm | #24 |
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I think the title is slightly misleading and believe the OP wanted help reviving a tired and dirty finish.
Any thoughts re. Liquid Parrafin, Dave? Nick. |
23rd Oct 2008, 7:31 pm | #25 |
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Hi Nick,
Yes, I read that article in the Bulletin and thought the results looked good. Liquid paraffin is a mineral oil, so I guess a non permanent 'preview' could be seen by wiping the cabinet over with a lighter mineral oil like white spirit Like Chipp, I'd be worried if liquid paraffin will ever dry. Oh, and as for the original question, T-Cut is great for cleaning lacquered veneer Regards David |
23rd Oct 2008, 7:33 pm | #26 |
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23rd Oct 2008, 9:49 pm | #27 |
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Hi Nick,
French polished radios aren't very common and I've only used T-Cut on two examples, but I didn't have any problems and the results were very good. However, I think the best advise for any type of cleaning, polishing or finishing etc, is to always try it out on an inconspicuous area first Regards David |
23rd Oct 2008, 10:38 pm | #28 |
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I have mentioned before that T cut wil clean and polish most shiny wood finishes, but caution on opend grain woods like oak as it will enter the grain and is Very difficult to remove.
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24th Oct 2008, 8:34 am | #29 |
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As others say, T-Cut is fine for any finish that is cellulose (or harder) based, whether it's a car or radio - it is just a fine abrasive, as are things like Brasso.
French polish is a natural material (shellac) derived from secretions from insects, and has to be treated with care; it's not that hard-wearing. I don't think it was used a lot (or if at all) on the sort of equipment we are referring to here. As David says, test anything on a hidden part first. I have used a sort of Gerry Wells concoction for a few decades now - equal parts of white spirit, linseed oil and vinegar, just as a "reviver".
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My original query was how to revive a tired veneer finish, on what I thought was an original laquered finish. I now find that it's been stained. HAs anyone got any thoughts on how to remove stain other than gentle rubbibg back or use of a chemical stripper?
The advice on how to revive a tired finish using turps/vinegar etc will come in handy with cleaning the case of a wooden Little Maestro. Regards John |
24th Oct 2008, 10:19 am | #31 |
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Re: Cleaning tired veneer
Rustins do a sort of 'T-Cut' equivalent specifically for wood finishes. I find it very satisfactory, and any residue can be removed with a damp cloth.
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Is liquid paraffin what we call castor oil over here?
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24th Oct 2008, 1:31 pm | #34 |
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I tried the Pet shop Idea today . But they so no never seen it
You may be able to remove the over stain with nitromores and wire wool , very carefully wth a damp cloth ready to nutralise the stuff before it bites deep . I find it takes finishes off in layers and need many applications when ive used it |
24th Oct 2008, 3:16 pm | #35 |
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You possibly call it "mineral oil" over t' pond. Details are here unless you are eating your lunch! It is a derived from petroleum distillates and is a thick colourless liquid with not much smell or taste. Castor oil is same name here - slightly yellowish and from the plant of the same name. Don't think it would be good for cabinets - goes very sticky indeed.
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The main ingredient of Asda/George baby oil is....Paraffinum Liquidum.
Good for your hands, and makes a radio cabinet smell nice.... |
27th Oct 2008, 4:04 pm | #37 |
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27th Oct 2008, 7:04 pm | #39 |
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Will be interested in how it works Nicholas.. on a cabinet that is
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27th Oct 2008, 7:15 pm | #40 |
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Careful you don't get any runs!
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