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Unpopular opinion: Thinning shellac on that first coat makes all the difference
I used to just pour shellac straight from the can onto my pieces. It often dried blotchy and left ugly brush marks. My grandpa mentioned once to try thinning it with a little denatured alcohol. I was skeptical but gave it a shot on a small table leg. The thinned shellac flowed on so smooth and soaked right into the wood. It dried even and clear without any streaks. Now I always thin that first coat, and my finishes look way more professional. That one tip saved me hours of sanding and fixing mistakes.
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