![]() ![]() We're also going to wear gloves throughout this process because shellac can get a little bit sticky. We also need a small cup, and a clean cotton rag. Speaking of which, we will need some alcohol for our mixture. You can also purchase shellac in its pure form of dried flakes and then dissolve them yourself in denatured alcohol. I am using the clear version, but you can get an Amber version if you would like. You can buy this at just about any big box store and you will see a couple varieties. In the video above I’m using Zinssier’s Bulls Eye dewaxed shellac. The main ingredient is obviously shellac. ![]() For us to apply shellac we're going to need a couple of things. I’m going to explain a simply to apply method, but I implore you to make changes to the process when it fits your needs. I should note up front that there are several ways to apply shellac. Maybe by the end of this article you’ll decide that shellac will be your go-to finish of choice. My mission today is to show you how to easily apply a bug spit polish to your next project. ![]() The processing of what we will affectionately call “bug spit” results in shellac. What is the most durable, natural finish that you can apply to your project? One could argue that it is the excrement created from the female Lac bug. ![]()
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