Rod Searle
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Any comments on the best finish for ukuleles ,
High gloss or Matt Satin, etc////
High gloss or Matt Satin, etc////
Personal preference. It's the thickness of the finish rather than gloss or satin that impacts sound. I have developed a real liking for the rich antique looking low gloss finish I get by polishing satin finished ukes.
I like looking at gloss and owning satin!
I like looking at gloss and owning satin!
Phil, Dick - Not to hijack the thread, but how do you polish your satin ukes? Just rub the compound into the body of the uke, I suppose.
I prefer the look of gloss. I assume gloss provides extra protection too. But a nice satin finish is fine too, especially with a good piece of wood. Given the extra cost of gloss, usually I choose satin...
... the high gloss finish makes it look a little like plastic... Just as long as you don't mind the dings and scratches that satin seems to be heir to.
... I own a satin Kanile'a and love it, but the look of my friend's gloss Kanile'a is inspiring...