Nitrocellulose Lacquer

December 24th, 2010

Learn all about nitrocellulose lacquer and why you should consider using it on your next finish job. It has great acoustical qualities, provides a hard, crystal clear finish that resists cracking and crazing and will stand up to the rigors of playing better than most other finishes.

Filled Under: Finishing Operations, Guitar Building Articles

How to Make the Heated Bending Jig

December 22nd, 2010

Ultimate Guitar Heated Side Bender Source: Guitar Building Articles/Guitar Sides How to Make The Bending Jig: Making the Heated Side Bender Jig is a very simple process with some basic tools. If you have access to a bandsaw, table-saw, drill press, and stationary belt sander, that is even better. If not, this jig can be [...]

Filled Under: The Plan Shop, Tools & Materials

Lacquer Sanding Sealer

December 21st, 2010

Learn all about lacquer sanding sealers and why you should consider using one on your next finish job. It seals in bleeding problems, seal out moisture and give you a great base to start building a great professional looking guitar finish with mirror finish.

Filled Under: Finishing Operations, Guitar Building Articles

Shellac Wash Coat

December 19th, 2010

Learn all about a shellac wash coat and why you should strongly consider using one on your next finish job. It seals in bleeding problems, seal out moisture and give you a great base to start building a great professional looking guitar finish with a beautiful golden-amber tint.

Filled Under: Finishing Operations, Guitar Building Articles

Vinyl Wash Coat

December 16th, 2010

Learn all about a vinyl wash coat and why you should strongly consider using one on your next finish job. They seal in bleeding problems, seal out moisture and give you a great base to start building a great professional looking guitar finish.

Filled Under: Finishing Operations, Guitar Building Articles

Installing Fretboard Side Dots

December 10th, 2010

The side position markers are really very helpful for guitarists fret position information. Learn how to install both plastic and shell position markers in either wood or plastic fretboard sides or bindings.

Filled Under: Guitar Building Articles, Guitar Fretboard

Preparing to Engrave Inlays

December 8th, 2010

Engraving Mother of Pearl is an old art for that is often used to bring a 3D quality to shell inlays in guitar fretboards and headpieces. By utilizing engraving methods, you can reduce the amount of actual MOP cutting you will need to compete. This article gives you information as to which tools to use, how to sharpen them and how to accurately layout your engraving patterns.

Filled Under: Pearl Inlays


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