The use of appropriate respirators, face-masks, eye protection, and full-body clothing is recommended, and always work in a well ventilated area. Protective clothing and equipment should always be used when working with any finishing products. I read somewhere that piano lacquer has less plasticiser in it because unlike portable instruments, pianos arent subject to extreme tempurature changes and it isnt needed. It also seems like it might be more like older nitro finish. This product cannot be shipped outside of Australia. Direct from mohawk, thier stuff is 33 a gallon, but there is a 100 minimum order. Superior rubbing qualities yield a mirror-like reflectance. Excellent flow, flexibility and durability. Special Note: (For an even better Result, when polishing out to a high sheen, the finish should cure for at least 21 days prior to any polishing operations.) Stringed instrument Lacquer is formulated specifically as a high quality finish for thin, flexible tone-woods such as those used on stringed instruments. Formulated to produce a superior finish on thin, flexible veneers such as those used on stringed musical instruments. Allow to air dry 48 to 72 hours prior to final rubbing and polishing.Allow to air dry 2-3 days, then wet sand.Surface should be properly sanded and clear of oil, dirt and dust.The Behlen brand has been discontinued by the parent group RPM/Mohawk).įormulated to produce a superior finish on thin, flexible veneers such as those used on stringed musical instruments.Įxcellent flow, flexibility and durability. It allows people to prefer one over the other, while buying the same product.Mohawk Classic Instrument Lacquer is a high quality nitrocellulose lacquer specifically designed for musical instruments - it is the same formula as Behlen Stringed Instrument Lacquer. " I wonder why Behlen still exists as a name." I wonder why Behlen still exists as a name.you are right, I recall Mohawk bought them at least 30 years ago, back when I wasn't even sure what a spray gun was and varnished everything. While nitro lacquers are easy to spray and build, they are a softer finish that is naturally hygroscopic (they will absorb moisture easily). Thank you, Woodrow, I have checked and though it does seem as though the batch of McFadden's I got last year does not need as much thinning as the old Behlen/Mohawk "high solids" lacquer, it still does need thinning to work in my Croix HVLP gun, so I will take all those instructions with a grain of salt. Just as our Stringed instrument Lacquer in quarts, this aerosol is formulated specifically as a high quality finish for thin, flexible tone-woods such as those used on stringed instruments, made to withstand the expansion and contraction that is characteristic of the unique construction of stringed instruments. In fact, Finisher’s Warehouse supplies Gibson Guitars with aerosol cans of Mohawk Perfect Blend nitro lacquer for touch-up on their acoustic guitars built in Bozeman, Montana. These instructions have as much to do with VOC regulations as they do the actual viscosity of the finish. I believe Mcfadden (and probably the new Seagrave) also claim they don't require further thinning. They're both part of RPM Wood Finishing Group (a local company for me). I notice Stew-Mac offers Behlen's the same way.I wonder now when the grocery is going to offer pre-peeled bananas.īehlens and Mohawk are the same thing. There's no mystery as to whether it's been thinned- they almost brag about it, like we should be grateful we don't have to go down to the hardware and buy our own lacquer thinner. It's likely still good stuff ( I haven't sprayed any of it for ten years) but the Mohawk lacquer I've seen offered has been pre-reduced for spraying, so you're paying for more lacquer thinner which is much cheaper than lacquer. Oxford, Pa.) and relatively cheap ($29/gal) Seems to be a pretty standard nitrocellulose lacquer.ĭon't let the price fool you. Mohawk Classic Instrument Finish replaces Behlen Stringed Instrument Lacquer a product we used for many years and featured in my video Spray Lacquer for. Allow to dry 1 hour and scuff sand to 320 - 360 grit smoothness. I have started using Mohawk stringed instrument lacquer, because it is available locally (P-E-D dist. - Apply ONE COAT of Mohawk Vinyl Sanding Sealer 3. I haven't used any, but have been told it's identical to the old Mcfadden stuff. Stew Mac has Seagrave (formerly Mcfadden) lacquer in quarts. I'm pretty sure Grizzly only has satin, and when it's gone it's gone. LMII also has it, PN F元2 but it's going to cost you a bit more. They seem to be carrying the whole line on the old labels so you might need to call first. I know I can get it from Stew-Mac, but are there other places I should look at? Just trying to find the best deal is all. I was just curious where you guys were buying Seagrave lacquers from these days.
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