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Friction finishes employ shellac, oils, and wax to create a glossy but more natural finish. They can be applied quickly but are more expensive to purchase. Ryan prefers friction finishes. His current method:
Friction finishes employ shellac, oils, and wax to create a glossy but more natural finish. They can be applied quickly but are more expensive to purchase. Ryan prefers friction finishes. His current method:


# He “wet sands” using these [https://www.pennstateind.com/store/PKFINKIT2.html sanding pads] that range from 500 grit to 4000 grit and [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/5 walnut oil], wiping the piece clean after changing grits.
# “Wet sand” using these [https://www.pennstateind.com/store/PKFINKIT2.html sanding pads] that range from 500 grit to 4000 grit and [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/5 walnut oil], wiping the piece clean after changing grits.
# He applies three coats of [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/4 Pens Plus].
# Apply three coats of [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/4 Pens Plus].
# He applies two or three coats of [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/7 walnut oil microcrystalline paste wax].
# Apply two or three coats of [https://www.doctorswoodshop.com/Store/ProductID/7 walnut oil microcrystalline paste wax].


This finishing process is shown in [https://youtu.be/nwCRDNi_ank this video].<br clear=all>
This finishing process is shown in [https://youtu.be/nwCRDNi_ank this video] produced by the manufacturer of these finishing products.<br clear=all>


== Final Assembly ==
== Final Assembly ==