soundboard finish

[Marcel Carey]

Hello, I'm just about ready to finish the underside of my new
soundboard. Should I avoid finishing the surround area (where it's
going to get glued to the rim)? Is it better to finish both sides at
the almost same time ? Is it safe to finish the top side "before
gluing the bridges" or should I finish the underside, then glue the
bridges, then the board to the rim and then only finish the top ??

Many questions but I prefer to ask before than after.

Thanks

Marcel

Marcel Carey
Accordeur Technicien
2852 Dussault
Rock Forest  QC  J1N 2V6
(819) 564-0447
mcpiano@globetrotter.net