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.

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, versatile, and …

True, shellac won’t hold up against spilled alcohol. But since dewaxed shellac bonds beautifully with every other finish, you can always follow it up with a wipe-on varnish to protect vulnerable surfaces.

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.

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 […]

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.

Sep 13, 2005 · All shellac naturally contains wax, and the wax can cause adhesion problems if other finishes are applied over it. So if you apply wax as a sealer or a barrier coat, you’re better off using …

Jun 30, 2002 · Am preparing to finish some high-end casework in cherry and debating whether to use all dewaxed fresh shellac or to seal with 1 lb cut and coat with other finishes. […]

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, beautiful …

Feb 12, 2007 · For example, Minwax Tung Oil Finish is an oil/varnish mix, while Formby's is a varnish. Either type will be OK under shellac and probably will cure more reliably overnight than pure tung oil. …