[glyphmon]

I have learned a few things recently:

1 - that it is much simpler to get the toner the way I like it to be if it is intended to be a really dark color/solid patch, and not so much if I just want a little color.  At this point, I'm settling with the lighter brown and have moved on

2 - waterslide decals are infuriating to work with since they like to roll up on themselves worse than Saran Wrap.

3 - that I should order 2 spray cans of lacquer for the floor consoles, not just one.

But at least we're moving forward.  I've found, at least for my conditions, that Mohawk's advice for multiple light coats of lacquer working better than a single heavier coat does not seem to work well for getting a glossier finish.  It annoys me to have the outlines of the decals, but I'm not sure I have the skill yet to apply them and not end up with that result, if it's even possible.  At least we're finally able to see some of the pattern in the nicer veneer at the center panel, though.  Feels like it's the home stretch for this cabinet.

   

Starting point, for comparison:

   

Best wishes,
Roy