Plexi Question

[dabeeler]

Has anyone experimented with Plexiglass over a friction polish? I have been thinking about this and wonder if it would be an excercise in futility or not. I suspect there might be a problem with the plexi remaining clear if the friction polish contained wax but what about using a dewaxed shellac for the polishing as last step before applying the plexi. Any ideas along these lines?

David

 

[TerryBlanchard]

Just do the plexiglas. Just like you do the CA finish. No need for the friction polish

 

[dabeeler]

What I was wondering was if there was a high gloss underneath the plexi would that give more depth to the look of the plexi finish?

 

[Blind_Squirrel]

Originally posted by dabeeler
<br />What I was wondering was if there was a high gloss underneath the plexi would that give more depth to the look of the plexi finish?

Sand/polish the wood to 12000 MM first. That should be all the shine you need.

 

[beamer]

Problem with friction polish is it's mostly wax so your plexi probably wouldn't stick for very long and start flaking off. That's my guess, anyway

 

[terrymiller]

I would do as Blindsquirrel suggested or if I am looking for depth and shine I use Danish oil then make sure I buff with a rag until it is dry and shiny.