May 15, 2027 (Sat)

Three Ways to French Polish

with Tim Puro

$325

$275 tuition + $50 material fee

About this Workshop

In most of the English-speaking world, a finisher is known as a French polisher. French polishing is a skill that English cabinetmakers learn early in their careers, yet on this side of the pond, very few woodworkers have become proficient at applying shellac with a pad. In this class, students will learn not one but three different methods of French polishing. Participants will come away from this weekend with useful skills to produce a “WOW” finish in a short amount of time. There will be sample boards to finish, but students can bring small projects (no bigger than a small box) to work on as well.

Key Points

  • The method traditionally described in books and magazine articles using shellac and oil
  • A secret method using waxy shellac
  • Learn a special technique to create the French-polished look
  • The French padding technique that restorers use to revive finishes

About the Instructor

Tim Puro

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ENROLLMENT DETAILS

Three Ways to French Polish with Tim Puro

May 15, 2027 (Sat)

$325.00

Online Registration Starts December 1, 2026

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