Need suggestion on removing bad finish from a build.
I mentioned briefly in another thread a build I'm currently working on, an IV kit, which is my first mandolin build. I'm not a first time instrument builder, but this build has had tons of firsts for me.
On to my problem- I'm currently laying a lacquer finish on the instrument and unfortunately, I just got the news that I've sprayed the instrument with 8 coats of really nice lacquer that is not and will not dry. It is gummy and near greasy to the touch.
The tech person at the vendor has suggested either removing the finish with lacquer thinner or sanding it off.
I did my first sunburst finish using aniline dye on the instrument and it has celluloid bindings. That makes me think using lacquer to remove the finish is a terribly bad idea.
I've tried sanding it lightly, and the finish literally rolls up in balls on the sandpaper in most places. Some places it just forms up a gummy sludge.
Anyone have an appropriate suggestion?
I've played the instrument in the white, and its one of the better sounding mandolins I've played (and of course I'm proud of it!). I really don't want to ruin this one
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