[pianotech] Soundboard Decals

[Al Guecia/Allied PianoCraft]

Joe, i've not done this, but thought about it. Have you tried using spray shellac on the decal?

Al -
High Point, NC



On Oct 27, 2011, at 9:44 PM, Joseph Garrett wrote:

> Claude asked: "Hey, Guys & Gals,
> 
> 
> I need to apply a varnish-transfer soundboard decal, and it has been years
> since I last did this. The decal is expensive, and although I
> 
> have two of them in case I screw up the first, I would like to get it right
> the first time. The instructions I have
> 
> received with the decal fill me with more trepidation than confidence.
> 
> It seems that the last time I did this, there was another, more
> user-friendly, way of applying the decal, even though it is designed to
> 
> be applied with varnish.
> 
> 
> Any counsel would be appreciated.
> 
> 
> I'm in the shop this morning; I'll check back later.
> 
> Thanks."
> 
> Claude,
> I've found that the best way to apply those, is with Shellac. Shellac is
> sticky and dries quicker, so less time for the darned things to
> buckle/bubble/etc.<G> Once it is firmly afixed to the soundboard with the
> Shellac, then follow the directions to remove the paper. After that, let it
> dry for at least 24 hours, then top coat with spray varathane or such. That
> is what I've had the best luck with. 
> Best,
> Joe
> Joe Garrett, R.P.T.
> Captain of the Tool Police
> Squares R I
> 
> 

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