Thanks.
I use Behlens flat spray lacquer(currently rattle can). I built a spray booth using a barbecue motor for rotation, and exhaust out a basement window. Aprox 5 coats with 1-2 seal coats. I hit it with 0000 steel wool after a few days of drying. The violin pattern doesn't have the cavities so the steel wool worked well. I do have to be careful regarding degradation, but it all depends on the pattern. I'm still working out the finishing technique it is a pain with the raised design. Recently I started experimenting with casting. I have one blank I made awhile back, it was considered scrap and I covered it with liquid diamonds. It's an inlay design not raised design. I will post later today. I am trying to design patterns that will be able to show enough detail and provide a 3d effect under alumilite or liquid diamonds to make it easier for finishing.