Scratches On Effect Surface
STEP 1
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Remove all loose particles. Clean surface. Use the rounded side of the Edge Planer to press the damaged edges down – in the direction of the grain.
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STEP 2
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Choose several color shades of Effect Wax that correspond to the surface.
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STEP 3
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Hold Effect Wax sticks in turn to the hot tip of the Hot Knife.
Important: Do not set temperature of the heater too high.
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STEP 4
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Let color wax mixture flow into the damaged area.
Due to the transparency of the Effect Wax, areas of larger damage require filling with Hard Wax first. Finally, to obtain a reflective capacity, Effect Wax is added to the upper layer.
STEP 5
STEP 6
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Make an intermediate sealing by misting with Special Repair Lacquer from a distance of 12-16 inches – do not spray too wet.
Use the Graining Pen to replicate grain pattern.
STEP 7
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Seal the filled damage by misting with Special Repair Lacquer or Furniture Repair Lacquer from a distance of 12-16 inches – a fine mist coat is all that is needed, do not apply a wet coat.