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Shiny finish
I have a very very cheap kids acoustic guitar that was my daughter's when she was little. I've started refinishing it just for fun. I'm not sure what type of finish to put on it to make it glossy like a new acoustic. Any ideas? Something that is inexpensive and easy to apply is what I'm looking for. The guitar wont be played and is just for looks. Polyurethane maybe?
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You won’t be able to achieve a comparable mirror gloss finish unless you have a power buffing wheel. However you can get a shiny finish using French Polish if your willing to put in the time and effort? Just so your expectations won’t be unrealistic, your first attempt at FP won’t be as smooth as a sprayed / sanded / and power buffed finish.
Hardware store Polyurethane can be applied with a brush and flows out reasonably smooth but the gloss will be much less than modern instrument “high gloss”. |
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I have a buffing wheel. Could I apply polyurethane and then buff that?
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A glossy new finish will take some effort and $$.There are many ways... Stew mac sells a fairly safe water based product by General Finishes it will take multiple coats brushed or sprayed, up to 12 depending on how well the guitar is prepared, use their schedule and safety instructions you'll be wet sanding then buffing. If done correctly results can be spectacular. It can be a fun way to learn then you'll have a new skill.
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It's very difficult to refinish a guitar with the bridge (and neck) attached and have it look successful when done.
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