refinishing questions from beginner...

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Jay Mercier" <jaymercier@hotmail.com>
To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Friday, February 01, 2002 2:04 AM
Subject: refinishing questions from beginner...


> List,
>
> As I start my refinishing business with the addition of a shop this past
> year, I am wanting to learn more about laquer, and the difference between
> using laquer vs. varnish.
>
> So far I have refinished 3 pianos using the method of hand-stripping,
> sanding, staining, then hand-rub varnishing with 3-4 coats.  I think the
> pianos turn out beautiful.
>
> I now have a customer who wants laquer instead of varnish. There was a
> recent post on nitrocellulose laquer and Campbell products.  Are these
> products good?  Where can I order these and/or other high quality laquers?
> Any advice on applying lacquer - how many coats, the process of
application?
>
> I would really appreciate some input.
>
> Jay Mercier
> Associate, PTG
> Glenwood, MN
>
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> Will be happy to send info on PianoLac, the only finishing system
developed specifically for pianos.  It's especially good for beginners, as
I'm always available for consultation by phone or email.

PianoLac can be made to look like lacquer by using our exclusive "spray
glazing" technique.

Arthur Grudko
StarHawk Labs