Glossy KPK?

Ryan<3Ukes · Nov 25, 2011

I've read threads about satin finishes being worked on to look glossy, but what if the finish is in between? My Koa Pili Koko uke has an open pore nitrocellulose lacquer finish and it looks great but I think it would look better with a glossier finish. I don't know a lot about finishes so your replies would be helpful.

Rick Turner · Nov 25, 2011

I think really glossy open pored finishes look terrible unless they're French polish.

That uke is likely to have very little finish on it, and there's a good chance that if you try to buff it to gloss, you'll rub through to bare wood.

Ryan<3Ukes · Nov 25, 2011

Rick Turner said:
I think really glossy open pored finishes look terrible unless they're French polish.

That uke is likely to have very little finish on it, and there's a good chance that if you try to buff it to gloss, you'll rub through to bare wood.

Thank you.

Paul December · Nov 25, 2011

My KPK had a black scuff mark on it and after rubbing-it-out with toothpaste, I had a shiny spot.
...so yes, it can be polished.

Ryan<3Ukes · Nov 25, 2011

Paul December said:
My KPK had a black scuff mark on it and after rubbing-it-out with toothpaste, I had a shiny spot.
...so yes, it can be polished.

I just wanna know why you had a black scuff mark on one of my favorite babies.

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