Black Finish

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Wed, 19 Jun 2002 19:12:20 -0400


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On Wed, 19 Jun 2002 08:41:22 -0400 Jon Page <jonpage@attbi.com> writes:

> It is by using these procedures that superior finishes are attained.  
> You can not dissuade me.
> 
> I can look at a finish from a multitude of 'professional' piano 
> refinishers and point out the lack of
> attention to detail. It's not that they don't try, it's just that 
> they don't know the best way and don't
> want to learn because they already know it all.
> 
Jon -

Jeez, I think mountains are being made out of molehills, here.  If there
is one obvious conclusion from following this list and a refinishers
forum over the years, it is that there are a multitude of ways to 'skin
the cat', almost ANY cat.  And many 'professional' results are had by
many differing methods.  It never ceases to amaze me.  There are so many
variables.... shop size, work load, material being used, personal
preferences, the list goes on.  And yes, I agree that all refinishing
work done does not qualify as 'expert', but I would also contend that
there are more than a few that do excellent work, using methods of work
that would differ from mine or yours.  

IMO, only an entry level of common sense is required to ensure adequate
finish material is being provided for all edges.  It is a craft, yes, but
it is not rocket science.  And not rubbing through edges is during rub
out is certainly at least as much the responsibility of the 'rubbee' as
it is dependent on the amount of material applied, although it is
painfully obvious that there must be adequate material there to begin
with.  Perhaps the biggest mistake with edges, in fact, lies in
neglecting to slightly round any sharp edges.  As you are well aware,
very little material, using any method, cannot be built up on a sharp
edge.  

A good system for doing ANY job is a plus.  But to imply that there is
only ONE system that works, well....

You cannot dissuade me.

Mark Potter
bases-loaded@juno.com
 
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