{"product_id":"u-beaut-shellawax-friction-polish-250ml","title":"U-Beaut Shellawax Friction Polish 250ml","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU-Beaut Shellawax Friction Polish 250ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eShellawax is U-Beaut's original one-application friction polish, made specifically for use on the wood lathe. Built on U-Beaut's own hard shellac base, it produces a firm, durable finish that resists marks and blemishes from water, alcohol and heat. It's a foolproof polish that's fast and easy to use, giving an instant shine to all timbers. This non-toxic formula is a favourite among Australian woodturners and dries quickly, making it ideal for turned work, carvings, and furniture alike. \u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex w-1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely sand the wood to at least 400 grit — the finer the sanding, the better the finish. \u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCloth prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a piece of clean, soft cloth — brushed flannelette sheeting is ideal — folded into a pad four to six layers thick, so you don't burn your fingers when applying at high speed. \u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shake the bottle, add a small amount to the folded cloth, and burn it into the timber under friction with the lathe running (stop the lathe for the initial rough application on pieces over 25mm\/1\" diameter).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw timber vs. other finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shellawax is designed to be applied to raw timber, though it can go over oils as long as the surface is dry first — it won't key properly if a sanding sealer or other finish is applied beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller spindle-turned items up to about 50mm diameter (like pens), plus small lidded boxes, bowls and faceplate work up to around 150mm diameter. On larger pieces the liquid can dry and soak into end grain too quickly to burn in properly, sometimes leaving a blotchy or uneven finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor larger bowls or platters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix a little Shellawax Cream in with the liquid as an extender — this slows the drying so you have more time to work it into the wood under friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTurned items such as pens, small lidded boxes, bowls and faceplate work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWood carvings and furniture, as well as turnings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eProducing a tough, high-gloss, waterproof finish in a single application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWorking well on burls and detailed pieces where you don't want a build-up in the crevices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIdeal for woodturners wanting a fast, no-fuss friction polish with a durable result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"UBEAUT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41292831916096,"sku":"UB-SHELLAWAX250ML","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/7661\/0368\/files\/Shellawax.jpg?v=1783041778","url":"https:\/\/ausmakersupplies.com.au\/products\/u-beaut-shellawax-friction-polish-250ml","provider":"Aus Maker Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}