Terry, Though I don't mind the two-tone effect between aged board and new shims (highlights your handiwork?), I have opted to bleach all boards receiving this reconstruction. I always mix the two components of the wood bleach prior to sponging it onto the board. In fact, the instructions suggest doubling one component for maximum bleaching strength. I not only do this, but will apply up to three times in quick succession to achieve the uniform color I'm after. The instructions say the mixture does not raise grain, so there can't be much, if any, H2O in it. BTW ... after scraping the board (new thread here perhaps? ... Tool of choice? ... Cabinet scraper? ... Paint scraper? ... Block plane? ... Who uses what?), I sand very agressively, first with 120 then finishing with 220. This, together with the bleach, results in the light color I prefer. Stan Kroeker Registered Piano Technician Farrell wrote: > > Does it matter what part you put on first? (I have always mixed the two > together first) And no problem with finish adhesion? The sanding removes all > unwanted residue? > > Sorry for all the questions, but this seems so foreign to me - but it sounds > great! I may just try it because I just shimmed an OLD square grand and the > board color is quite dark and REALLY contrasts with the white shims. > > Terry Farrell
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