Fiddes Transparent Polish – 1 Litre

Description

Fiddes Transparent Polish, also known as Special Pale Polish, is a pale shellac polish designed for French polishing lighter-coloured woods. Suitable for antique and modern furniture, as well as other interior woodwork, it provides a traditional French polish finish while helping to retain the natural appearance of lighter timber.

One of its key features is its excellent self-levelling properties, making it particularly suitable for application with a French polishing brush. It is a useful choice for furniture restoration and traditional wood finishing where a pale shellac polish is preferred.

Features and benefits

• Special Pale Polish with a shellac-based formulation.
• Ideal for French polishing lighter shades of wood.
• Excellent self-levelling properties for a smooth, even finish.
• Suitable for application with a French polishing brush.
• Suitable for antique and modern furniture and interior woodwork.
• Supplied in a 1 litre container.

What is Fiddes Transparent Polish suitable for?

Fiddes Transparent Polish is particularly suitable for lighter-coloured timber where a pale shellac polish is required. It can be used when French polishing antique and modern furniture and other wooden items around the home.

It is also a useful option for furniture restoration projects where the self-levelling properties of the polish make brush application preferable.

How to use Fiddes Transparent Polish

Before applying the polish, ensure the timber is properly prepared and free from old finishes.

1. Ensure the wood is bare and all previous finishes have been removed.
2. Fill the grain with a suitable grain filler if necessary.
3. Apply the polish, building up as many coats as required to achieve the desired finish.
4. Use P320 or 400 grit abrasive to flatten the surface between coats.
5. For a high-gloss finish, allow the polish to dry fully for 7 days before burnishing with Priory Polishes Burnishing Cream.
6. Finish with a coat of suitable wax polish to further protect and enhance the natural beauty of the wood.

For more detailed advice, see our French Polishing Guide.

Coverage, drying time and cleaning

• Coverage: Approximately 8 square metres per litre.
• Drying time: Approximately 20–30 minutes per coat.
• Tool cleaning: Clean tools with methylated spirit.
• Size: 1 litre.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fiddes Transparent Polish?

Fiddes Transparent Polish is also known as Special Pale Polish. It is a pale shellac polish used for French polishing lighter-coloured wood, antique and modern furniture.

What is the difference between Transparent Polish and darker French polishes?

Transparent Polish is a special pale polish intended for lighter shades of wood. It is a useful alternative when you want to avoid using a darker-toned polish on lighter timber.

Can I apply Fiddes Transparent Polish with a brush?

Yes. Its excellent self-levelling properties make it particularly suitable for application with a French polishing brush.

How long does Fiddes Transparent Polish take to dry?

The approximate drying time is 20–30 minutes per coat. For a high-gloss finish, the finished polish should be allowed to dry fully for 7 days before burnishing.

How much area does 1 litre cover?

Coverage is approximately 8 square metres per litre. Actual coverage can vary depending on the timber and application.

How do I clean brushes after using Transparent Polish?

Clean application tools with methylated spirit.

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