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A useful sealer to block out knots, fill open grains and cover fine scratches.
Features
- A solvent-based, high bodied sanding sealer for light coloured interior timbers
- Ideal for sealing and filling wood knots, minor scratches and imperfections
- For use prior to applying traditional French Polishes and waxes
- Easily sanded to produce a smooth, glass-like base prior to finishing
- Suitable for bare or stripped wood, including M.D.F
- Very high V.O.C
Brand
Drying time
30 mins
Coverage
Up to 8 m2 per litre
No. of coats
1-2
Size
1L
5L
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Overview
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Manns Trade Shellac Sanding Sealer is perfect as a stand alone Shellac sealer or as a basecoat for French Polish and other waxes. Suitable for a wide range of applications prior to finishing, its appearance is creamy in the container but dries clear on the surface.
Please Note: This product should not be used in high quality polishing operations, as the sanding agent in this Shellac wood finish can affect the adhesion and clarity of the final film.
Preparation
Preparation
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Ensure that the surface to be sealed is clean, dry and free from dirt, dust, grease or any other surface contaminants.
- Surfaces should be untreated, bare wood. Any previous surface coatings should be removed by sanding or with a dedicated wood stripper
- Fill any larger gaps or imperfections in the wood with a suitable wood filler
Softwood surfaces can be stained prior to sealing with Manns Classic Pine Stain or, Manns Classic Oak Stain for Oak and other hardwoods. If a solvent-based stain is preferred, use Manns Trade Light Fast Wood Stain.
Application
Application
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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. Shake well before use. This product can be thinned down with methylated spirits if required to get the desired consistency.
- Apply the sanding sealer with a good quality synthetic bristle brush, in the direction of the wood grain, working in roughly half a square meter at a time
- Avoid excessively thick coats
- De-nib (lightly sand) before applying a second coat, allowing 30 minutes between coats, then sand smooth
Finishing
Finishing
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Once fully dry, Manns Trade Shellac Sanding Sealer can be overcoated with a suitable french polish or wax.
Datasheets
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Reviews
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44 customer reviews
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Good
Does what is says on the tin
Paul Arnold. White, 1L (14/09/25)
Excellent
First time using a product like this. Difference to subsequent staining is dramatic!
Charles Johnstone. White, 1L (25/09/24)
Excellent product and value for money
Easy to use and builds an excellent finish. Suitable to use on its own or as a base for other finish treatments.
Mike Livermore. White, 5L (18/06/20)
Happy days
All good, did a nice job of sealing up some nasty mdf . Can recommend, dries nice and quick.
Ewan McCaffrey. White, 1L (10/04/20)
Apply it to all my turnings
Quick drying sealer for my turnings which gives a good finish prior to final treatment.
Curtis Welsh. White, 1L (03/11/19)
Excellent stuff
Easy on and brings out the true timber colour
Period Property Restorations. White, 1L (29/10/19)
Easy to use provides good starter for completing finish
be aware if stored over time you should regularly turn container to remix sealer as it quickly settles out
Graham Gow. White, 1L (31/12/18)
Excellent Gives a very satisfying result
I've been using shellac sanding sealer for many years as a base for wax finishes and melamine spray. It provides a perfectly smooth surface when lightly sanded with a fine finishing paper. Very easy to use and dries very quickly so you don't have to wait long before applying your next coat, whatever that is to be.
Peter Heywood. White, 1L (07/02/18)
So easy to use
Should last a long time and covers easily
Gerry Murdoch. White, 1L (26/01/18)
Very good product, very easy to use
The staff were very helpful,polite and efficient.
Dawn Mule. White, 5L (04/12/17)
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