I'm making good progress on the cabinet this weekend.
First up, I stripped it using a citrus gel stripper by Zinsser.
Then, a liquid stripper and steel wool to get any remaining finish.
Than, a neutralizer.
I coated both the top substrate and the new veneer with a couple layers of diluted Titebond II wood glue. After it dried overnight, I ironed it on and trimmed the excess.
I'm going to use grain filler this time. I've used multiple coats of shellac and sanding before, but this Mahogany veneer has a really open grain and it takes forever.
The Behlen water based stuff is easy to apply, no fumes and cleans up easily.
I worked it in across the grain with an old credit card. I'll let it dry for a while and sand it lightly.
Finally, my toner lacquer showed up. Van Dyke Walnut is a great match as I had hoped
