Guide to Instrument Finishing with CrystaLac
Above: Richie Sambora playing "Wanted Dead or Alive" with a Rockbridge guitar, protected by CrystaLac's Brite Tone. Welcome Instrument Finishers and Luthiers. This page is designed to go over...
Wood Finishing
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Best Wood Finishing Practices
All CrystaLac products can be used in the process of your wood finishing project. The hard part can be deciding exactly what you need. We are here to help! In...
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Acrylothane: Dry Time, Recoat Time, and Cure Time
Timing is everything when applying a protective wood finish! In this video, David breaks down the key differences between dry time, recoat time, and cure time so you can achieve...
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Acrylothane: Brush Application
Want a smooth, streak-free finish when applying Acrylothane by brush? In this video, David shares expert techniques to help you get professional results every time. Learn the Dip & Drip...
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Acrylothane: Pre-Finished Wood Prep
Want to ensure the best adhesion when applying a new topcoat over an existing finish? In this video, David demonstrates the Clean, Scuff, Clean method—an essential process for prepping surfaces...
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Acrylothane: Raw Wood Prep
Proper surface prep is the key to a smooth, professional-quality finish! In this video, David walks you through the essential steps for prepping raw (unfinished) wood before applying Acrylothane, a...
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Acrylothane: Environment
Did you know that temperature and humidity can make or break your finishing project? In this video, David explains how these environmental factors affect Acrylothane, a high-performance protective wood finish....
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Acrylothane: Container & Storage
Want to get the most out of your Acrylothane topcoat? In this video, David walks you through receiving your package and the best way to open and close our specially...
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Tutorial: Wood Grain Filler
Wood Grain Filler fills open grains and pores leaving an absolutely clear, glass-smooth surface, ready to topcoat. Drys fast, sands easily, and is also stainable. Environment: For best...
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Tutorial: Sanding Sealer
Sanding Sealer is designed to be applied to raw wood. It enhances the natural wood tone and accents while also sealing wood fibers, binding the wood grain to minimize grain...
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Tutorial: Crab Coat (Marine Grade, Exterior Topcoat)
CrabCoat is an innovative, environmentally safe top coat that seamlessly matches the strengths of acrylic and urethane. It creates that familiar, oil-finished appearance without the disadvantages of oil-based products. A...
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Tutorial: Extreme Protection Polyurethane
Extreme Protection Polyurethane is a non-yellowing, environmentally safe top coat. It is super hard, clear, and easy to use, offering scratch, chemical, and water resistance for various surfaces. Perfect for...
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Tutorial: Brite Tone (Instrument Finish)
Brite Tone is a high-solids protective coating, or "topcoat", originally designed for musical instruments. Weighing in at around 85% solids content, Brite Tone gives you the best durability for hand-crafted...
