French Polishes : AG Woodcare Products

French polishes are made up from flaked shellac dissolved in methylated spirit, designed to give a good finish on furniture. The types of shellac used can vary in colour from light clear colour to a dark brown colour. The type of colour to use will mainly depend on the type of timber and furniture.

Said to originate from France in the 15/16 hundreds, french polishing is not something that can be achieved by anybody. To french polish the correct way requires practice and lots of patience.

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Vandyke Crystals

CODE: VAN-DYKE-250

Traditional method for staining many different timbers Eco-friendly, water based solution Easy application Fast Drying Super versatile EN71 part 3 approved- safe for toys

£13⁵² From £8⁶⁸

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Liberon Burnishing Cream

CODE: LIB-BURN-250

Liberon Burnishing Cream used to restore the original highly polished finish to furniture, covers superficial scratches and revives dull and tired hard finishes. Pack size: 250ml, 500ml and 1L.

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Fiddes Table Top Polish

CODE: FID-TTP-25

Fiddes Table Top Polish is the most durable french polish in the range, manufactured from a mix of shellac and melamine. Transparent in appearance and easy to apply, it combines a traditional shellac finish with that extra degree of durability. Available in 1L and 5L

From £22¹⁰

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Soft Hair French Polishing Mops

CODE: FRENCH-MOP-4

Soft Hair French Polishing Mops are made from natural soft hair bristles that allow the polish to flow and not run out, Their round head gives good bristle spread and makes them ideal for applying layers of French polish quickly. Ideal for applying layers of French polish quickly Recommended substitute for squirrel mops Blended mix of natural soft hair bristles / Zorino Mop Size available, No 2, 4, 6, 8. 10. 12, 14, 16, 18

From £8⁶²

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Jenkins Button Shellac Flakes 500g

CODE: JENK-BUTTON

Button Shellac Flakes makes a golden brown french polish.

£28⁷⁵

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Fiddes Garnet Polish

CODE: FID-GARN-25

Garnet Polish produces a rich dark finish with a distinctive depth of colour providing an ideal base colour from which to build an authentic Jacobean finish, particularly on oak wood.

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Stockinette Roll (Lint free cloth), 800gm

CODE: STOCK-ROLL

Stockinette Roll is a large 800gm pack of very absorbent cloth roll used to apply wax polishes, water based and spirit based stains etc, also ideal for buffing up the wax.

£7¹⁹

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Chestnut's Aerosol Acrylic Sanding Sealer

Chestnut Acrylic Sanding Sealer (Aerosol)

CODE: CHES-ASSA

Chestnut Aerosol Acrylic Sanding Sealer. An easy to apply sanding sealer in aerosol form, modified for a very quick drying time. Available in 400ml aerosol

£8¹³

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Fiddes Black Polish

CODE: FID-BLACK-25

Fiddes Black Polish is traditionally used to create a black or ebonised finish. Produces a high gloss, black coating with an exceptional depth of colour and sheen.

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Fiddes White Polish

CODE: FID-WHITE-1

Fiddes White Shellac Polish is manufactured from the bleached Shellac, for use on light woods such as Ash, Sycamore and Chestnut. It is traditionally used when the objective is to achieve a fine French Polished finish, whilst also maintaining the existing colour of the wood. A top quality high solid content product favoured by the traditional french polisher.

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Fiddes Shellac Knotting

CODE: FID-SKNOT-1

Fiddes Shellac Knotting A highly effective sealer for the prevention of seepage from knots in resinous woods especially pine.

£22¹⁰ From £19⁸⁹

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Fiddes Brushing Polish Golden

CODE: FID-BPG-5

Fiddes Brushing Polish Golden is a dark rich brown french polish which will darken light woods.

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Jenkins Garnet / Dark Shellac Flakes 500g

CODE: JENK-GARNET

Garnet Shellac Flakes makes a dark brown french polish.

£25²⁶

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Rustins Button Polish

CODE: RUS-BUT

Made from pure shellac dissolved in industrial alcohol. Suitable for French Polishing wood where a more orange or golden tone is required.

£8⁰³

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Chestnut's Aerosol Cellulose Sanding Sealer

Chestnut Cellulose Sanding Sealer (Aerosol)

CODE: CHES-CSSA

The popular cellulose sanding sealer packed into an easy to use, fast drying aerosol spray form.

£9⁰⁶

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Earth Pigment Powders

CODE: EARTH-BURNTSIE-100

Natural earth powders for adding colour to paint, wood filler & stoppers and just about anything. They do not dissolve, but are held in suspension and can be used to colour anything with a thick or paste consistency. all colours are inter-mixable to form unique shades. Weight: 100g, 1KG

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Rustins French Polish 300ml

CODE: RUS-FREPOL

Traditional French Polish made from shellac and industrial alcohol. Suitable for french polishing all dark and light coloured woods.

£8⁰³

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Chestnut Shellac Sanding Sealer 500ml

CODE: CHES-SSS-500

Chestnut Shellac Sanding Sealer , suitable for use on most timbers and on most interior applications including joinery and lathe work. Its use will give a higher build, increased gloss and a more hardwearing finish to your final coat. An excellent basecoat for friction and french polishes and waxes. Pack Size 500ml

£16²⁷

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Chestnut Acrylic Sanding Sealer 500ml

CODE: CHES-ASS-500

Chestnut Acrylic Sanding Seale r, a water based sanding sealer which dries quickly and sands easily. This product complies with EN71 regulations for use on toys. Available in 500ml

£11⁸⁵

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Fiddes Shellac Sanding Sealer

CODE: FID-SSS-5

Fiddes shellac sanding sealer; Quick and easy to apply, it provides an excellent natural base for a choice of finishing options such as wax polishes. Shellac sealer can also be used as a barrier coat, knotting agent, grain filler, and sealer coat for use on waterbed wood dyes/stains. Quick and easy to apply and sand providing a super smooth surface. This is a De-Waxed Shellac product. Available in 1L 2.5L and 5L - PLEASE NOTE CONTAINERS / PACKAGING MAY VARY!

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Fiddes Best Button Polish

CODE: FID-BBP-25

Fiddes Button Polish. Rich and golden in appearance, Button Polish is a traditional French Polish which produces a slightly warmer appearance, and is a firm favourite with antique restorers and cabinet makers.

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Fiddes Transparent Polish

CODE: FID-TRAN-5

Fiddes Transparent Polish has excellent self levelling properties, retaining a slight amber tint once applied. Ideal for use on light coloured woods or when maintaining the existing colour of the wood is required. Transparent Polish can also be used as a sealer on denser hardwoods.

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Fiddes Table Top Thinners

CODE: FID-TTT-1

A specially modified thinners for use with Table Top Polish.

£16⁵¹ From £14⁸⁵

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Jenkins Super Blonde Shellac Flakes 500g

CODE: JENK-BLONDE

Super Blonde Shellac Flakes for making a light transparent french polish, used for antique restoration on light coloured woods.

Size500g

£40⁴⁹

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