Flake shellac dissolved in alcohol. Intended Use. Suitable for French Polishing all dark & light coloured woods, when a light to medium brown tone is required. Suitable for sealing wood before waxing. When applied correctly will produce a high gloss finish. Alcohol evaporates rapidly leaving a film of shellac on the surface of the timber. Wood should be clean & smooth. If grain is open, fill with Rustins Grainfiller. Furniture that is to be renovated should be cleaned with White Spirit & fine wire wool to ensurethat it is free from grease & wax. Apply as many coats as required to build a sufficient layer of shellac. For sealing wood before waxing, apply 2 liberal coats.