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40-190 - suggestions on finishing
Ron Ramirez
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01-31-2011, 11:01 AM
Hi

First of all, forget the paint. This set did not use any photofinish; it actually has real veneer on its front panel.

Take a look.

http://www.philcoradio.com/gallery/1940a.htm#ae

I would use Medium Walnut toning lacquer over the entire cabinet once it has been stripped; add Perfect Brown on the bottom trim for a little contrast. Finish with clear lacquer.

To finish the cabinet using other products (paint, polyurethane, etc.) would be to give the cabinet a finish that was not used originally.
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40-190 - suggestions on finishing - by Beckett - 01-31-2011, 10:25 AM
Re: 40-190 - suggestions on finishing - by Ron Ramirez - 01-31-2011, 11:01 AM



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