I have been using melamine lacquer for a while now Phil, but only this morning did I read your tutorial in detail and picked up a couple of tips from it that have improved my technique and will save me time in the future.
I had used the burnishing with shavings method before, but never thought about using it on pens (DUH!) it does make a difference. I also like your technique of using a separate cloth/tissue for burnishing (I use non-woven safety cloth).
Your method makes finishing with melamine almost as quick and easy as finishing with the dreaded friction polish.
I may still stick with spraying acrylic lacquer when I want a really high gloss, but for a finish that looks natural and is hard wearing melamine is hard to beat and your tutorial has just made it easier than ever. Thanks for sharing it with us.
