aaronhirsch Posted November 14, 2022 Share Posted November 14, 2022 Hi. I've been very gradually bringing some La Scalas back from the dead. I'm going to veneer them with figured cherry. I want to end up with a more or less "stock" finish which I gather is going to be more matte/semi-gloss. I was planning on using a spray lacquer and am looking for some suggestions: brands, suggested gloss level, anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave MacKay Posted November 14, 2022 Share Posted November 14, 2022 I can't speak to lacquers but I can share my experience. I veneered my La Scalas in Sapele and finished them with Rubio Monocoat "Clear". The Rubio finish is quite matte. Good luck with your project! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted November 14, 2022 Share Posted November 14, 2022 44 minutes ago, Dave MacKay said: I can't speak to lacquers but I can share my experience. I veneered my La Scalas in Sapele and finished them with Rubio Monocoat "Clear". the before and after is stunning 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Morbius Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 Great job! Are you doing any more speakers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave MacKay Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 1 hour ago, Dr Morbius said: Great job! Are you doing any more speakers? I just picked up a pair of Heresy 1s on Friday. 😄 I’ll be refurbishing them when the warm weather returns. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerwoodKhorns Posted November 18, 2022 Share Posted November 18, 2022 I just refinished some Chorus IIs with oil based urethane, Sand, apply with a foam brush, repeat two times. The finish is glass smooth to the touch. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fasted59 Posted March 2, 2023 Share Posted March 2, 2023 Might I suggest a pure Tung Oil finish. So easy to apply and simply beautiful after 4 or 5 coats rubbed on. This will give you the satin or matte finish you are looking for. Prep the wood up to 320 grit sandpaper, apply the tung oil liberally, wait to dry for a couple of hours, wipe off excess. Wait a day or so, lightly sand again with 320 grit and repeat previous procedure. Should take 4 coats and the finish is spectacular especially with figured wood like walnut or ribbon grain mahogany. I have a pair of Heresy 1 and a pair of Cornwalls finished this way. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 Just a caution to mention - I believe Tung oil, and especially oiled Linseed Oil, are self catalyzing, similar to synthetic finishes like polyurethane. The oils generate heat in the rags and can start burning if left wadded up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerwoodKhorns Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 5 minutes ago, Marvel said: Just a caution to mention - I believe Tung oil, and especially oiled Linseed Oil, are self catalyzing, similar to synthetic finishes like polyurethane. The oils generate heat in the rags and can start burning if left wadded up. Yep, I wet them and tie then up in a plastic bag fro disposal. It actually says the BLO is inflammable so it cannot burn right? 😱 I just oiled some teak JBLs with BLO and mineral spirits a few months ago. They were dry and really needed some help. I had not thinned the BLO in the past. It worked way better. 3:1 ratio. Rub on, then after a few minutes or as soon as you finish both speakers, get a clean cloth and rub off the excess. Mine shined up like brand new. Be careful not to get the BLO mix where you do not want it as it is shinny. I cut up a new white tee shirt around 4" x 5" or so and keep the pieces in a container for staining and oiling. One shirt will last several years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnort Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 oily rags are subject to spontaneous combustion, especially if left in a bunch. Here is what PWK suggested... Klipschletter3.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 Burn the rags , simple answer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted March 13, 2023 Share Posted March 13, 2023 Mine were filled with wood filler in some gouges, treated with a conditioner, stained with MinWax red mahogany and sprayed with water-based satin polyurethane. The front edge plies were covered with a 3/4 x 3/4 cherry strip. Grille's are Klipsch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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