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Philco 640 Cabinet Refinishing Chronicles
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I applied the first coat of grain filler to the front last night. Here is a photo after applying it:

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

I followed the directions on the can and waited until it dried to a dull haze. This took about 8-10 minutes. I then lightly scraped off the excess with a plastic putty knife at a 45 degree angle to the grain, per the instructions:

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

I then let it sit for about 10 minutes and then wiped the front with burlap in a small circular motion. Here it is after the wipe down:

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

When I applied the grain filler I painted it on in the direction of the grain. Then I followed Eddie’s advice of then using my fingers (with rubber gloves) to rub the filler into the grain. I rubbed in the direction of the grain. When I compare that to how I applied it to the sides and top (using just a brush) I did notice a big difference. After just one application to the front 99% of the grain is filled. My plan tonight is to apply one more coat of grain filler to the front, just to make sure it is 100% filled. I will follow the same technique I just outlined.

I’ll need some advice on what to do after it dries overnight. I’ve seen videos on YouTube where you lightly sand after the grain filler is cured. I’ve also read on another forum that you should rub it down lightly with #0000 steel wool. What is the preferred technique? Right now I’m leaning towards the steel wool approach. I checked the cabinet this morning after everything dried from last night. It looks great and is nice and smooth but it has a “muddy” appearance. I’m hoping the steel wool will remove it.

- Geoff


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RE: Philco 640 Cabinet Refinishing Chronicles - by Geoff - 10-25-2013, 02:28 PM



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