Here’s a short history of shellac, some of it from my own experience. Shellac was almost the only finish used on furniture from the 1820s to the 1920s when nitrocellulose lacquer was introduced. Shellac continued to be used widely as a complete finish by painters working in buildings until the 1950s. By the 1990s the
Conservation and Restoration of Historic Finishes — Bernacki
Zinsser 12 oz. Clear Shellac Spray (Case of 6) made from all-natural shellac, adds an elegant, classic finish on paneling, trim and other interior
Zinsser 12 oz. Clear Shellac Spray (6-Pack) 408 - The Home Depot
Shellac - an overview
A Short History of How Shellac Became Known as a Sealer
How It's Made – A Trip to M. Bohlke Veneer
A Short History of How Shellac Became Known as a Sealer
How It's Made – A Trip to M. Bohlke Veneer
How It's Made – A Trip to M. Bohlke Veneer
Rust-Oleum Zinsser 408 Bulls Eye Shellac Spray, 12 oz