Shellacfinishes.com is proud to present some of the many accolades it has received over the years from customers and well wishers. Shellac is a highly complex component in terms of it chemical structure as well as a finish. It is very for giving to errors but has to be mastered to achieve a excellent finish. Those who have invested the time and effort, ultimately become addicts. I know I am one for sure.

Frank Klausz: http://frankklausz.com/

"Vijay Velji's DVD gives a clear understanding how to use shellac, to do french polishing, and he conveys what a beautiful and durable finish shellac is! I recommend it very highly for a professional or a beginner."

Patrick Edwards: http://www.wpatrickedwards.com/

"I was very impressed with the methods used in this video. The final results visible on the mahogany card table are dramatic. This video will be an inspiration to all period wood finishers who aspire to perfection in their craft."

Robert Stevenson, SAPFM member:

"Your presentation of the use of shellac in French Polishing is very concise and to the point. It is an excellent training device for anyone interested in learning how to apply a time-honored beautiful finish for fine furniture.

My first customer Christopher Orth:

"I have to say that I am very impressed with the video, and look forward to trying the technique first hand. Take it from someone who has tried, you can not learn to french polish by reading the free tutorials online. After watching your video and seeing the process, I can see what I was doing wrong in my previous attempts, and for that I thank you. I now feel confident that with practice, and patience, I will be able to master the process.
I also liked your demonstrations that show the durability of shellac. Though, if I ever try my own experiment involving a pool of single malt, I will be cleaning it up with a straw, not a rag! : ) You made me thirsty!
I wish you the best of luck with your new video, I am a very happy customer."

Scott Doyle from Rosini Antiques:

"Just wanted to say thanks for the video.
Was able to pick up some helpful tips from it.
Very professional, great pictures and sound.
For as long as I've been restoring furniture (almost 20 yrs),
French polishing has given me the most struggle.
Although my clients were very happy, I was never satisfied and knew it could and should be better.

Anyways, I got your video just as I was reconditioning a large mahogany dining table. Applied some of your techniques that I was missing.
End result was the best French polishing I ever applied."

Mark Schofield, Managing Editor, Fine Woodworking magazine:
http://www.finewoodworking.com/ToolGuide/ToolGuideProduct.aspx?id=31899

Mark Schofield, Managing Editor, Fine Woodworking magazine: http://www.finewoodworking.com/item/20203/french-polishing-demystified

Ed Pirnik, Web Producer, Fine Woodworking magazine:
http://www.finewoodworking.com/item/33455/learn-how-shellac-is-made

Mark Spagnuolo, The WoodWhisperer.com:
http://guild.thewoodwhisperer.com/guildcontent/audio/vijay-velji.mp3

Mark Spagnuolo, The WoodWhisperer.com:
http://thewoodwhisperer.com/french-polish-like-a-pro-dvd/