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Is it possible to put polyurethane varnish as a top coat on a French polished Table?

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Thank you , all are contemplated! It`s a very beautiful working dining Table for every day use . It so often gets marked. It is being restored just now only 2more coats to finish. As much as I would like to keep it original Polyurethane is much more practical If it is doable .

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Why in the world would you want to? A natural, hand rubbed shellac finish is gorgeous. I say just fix the original shellac. If you insist on putting down polyurethane, yes, it will work, but it will basically destroy the table.

  • 1 decade ago

    Do you know how French Polishing is done? If you do, you really shouldn't be asking that question. If you don't, find out. You'll change your mind(I hope)

  • 1 decade ago

    Brileen9;

    You are better of putting glass over the table. the varnish will turn cloudy if you get it wet.

    Source(s): They come with clear laquer from the factory.
  • 1 decade ago

    FIRST use auto body prep solution called WAX &silicone remover! LIGHTLY SAND WITH 320 GRIT SANDPAPER! APPLY 2 OR 3 COATS OF POLYURTHANE! USE CUATION WITH WAX REMOVER!

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