Colron French Polish

Colron French Polish is a traditional french polish that can be used for the maintenance and restoration of antique and other fine furniture previously finished with shellac based products. Can also be applied to unfinished or varnished wooden surfaces.

It is compatible with most wood stains, including Colron Refined Wood Dye.

Please note: French Polishing is a skilled craft and is recommended to only be undertaken by a professional French Polisher.

Ensure that wood to be polished is clean, dry and free of surface dust, dirt and other contaminants.

Restoration of Existing Finishes

1. If applying over previously French polished surfaces, wipe down first with a lint free cloth dampened with white spirit to remove surface dirt and grime and dissolve any wax
2. Allow to dry thoroughly before application

Refinishing

1. Remove any old paints and varnishes using a suitable varnish or paint stripper
2. If required, old wax finishes can be removed with Colron Wax Remover
3. Surfaces can be wiped down with a lint free cloth dampened with white spirit to remove surface dirt, grime and dust if required. Allow to dry
4. Minor holes and surface imperfections can be filled with Colron Wax Repair Sticks or an alternative filler suitable for the project

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the container at all times.

1. Shake well before use
2. Create a pad (or rubber) by wrapping a piece of cotton wool inside a lint-free rag such as Colron Craftsmens Cloths
3. Pour out a little polish on to the pad and work into the surface of the wood in a figure of eight, making sure pad is damp, not wet
4. Apply several coats, leaving 15 minutes between, sanding if necessary
5. Allow 24 hours to fully dry

To revive the finish by recoating, simply follow the instructions listed in the Restoration of Existing Finishes section and re-apply Colron French Polish.

Alternatively:

1. Remove any rings on the wood surface with Colron Ring Remover
2. Cover up any scratches or minor imperfections in the wood with Colron Liquid Scratch Cover
3. Restore shine with a coat of Colron Wax Polish to clean and nourish, whenever necessary