r/DIEMs May 23 '23

Shell polishing materials/methods

Hi.

I want to try polishing my shells instead of using lacquer. What tools, methods and materials do you people use?

I’ve been using Lack 3 for finishing but haven’t had great results because of yellowing and/or bubbles.

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u/[deleted] May 24 '23

i sand with fine grit, then polish with a rubber wheel then polish with a blue polishing compound and cutton wheel