Presto
Issue: 1928 2212 - Page 11
December 22, 1928
CONTINUED FAVOR
FOR WALNUT FINISHES
Method of Treating the Ever Popular Wood
and Detailed Advice About Finishing
Surfaces T o l d by Expert.
The favor for walnut seemingly never decreases
to any great extent and interest in the ways to finish
it always exists in the piano industry and other wood-
using trades. The way to avoid defects in finishing
walnut and the processes to follow to insure desir-
able results are told in Veneers by J. Hendricks. who
dwells particularly on the necessity of sealing the
surface.
"While walnut is less subject to such changes than
any other cabinet wood, nevertheless it must be
remembered that the products of a factory may be
shipped to all parts of the United States, and even
to foreign countries, and be subjected to widely vary-
ing heat and moisture conditions, therefore a good
finish that seals the surface is very necessary," he
advises, and continues:
"The finish also guards against decay and insect
attacks, although walnut is practically free from such
troubles; the finish on wafnut also serves to bring-
out the beautiful texture and figure of the wood, and
makes it possible to have as light or as dark a shade
of walnut as is desired, or such contrasting effects as
the two-tone, high-light and shaded effects.
Takes Fine Finish.
"Walnut, as a rule, always takes a fine finish; the
beauty of the finish creates an atmosphere of dignity
and simplicity that reflects true refinement of taste.
Walnut furniture never looks cloudy or dirty if prop-
erly finished, is warm and cheery in color, and is easy
to keep clean. It gives the owner the satisfaction of
knowing that he has achieved a recognized individual-
ity in his home, and the passing of time only increases
his enjoyment and the approval of those who value
distinctive furniture.
"After the work is stained and filled, if a varnish
finish is desired, apply a coat of white shellac or a
good sub-shellac, sand well with a (XX) sandpaper
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11
FREST 0-T I M E S
and apply two coats of a good grade of rubbing
varnish, giving ample time between the coats to let
the work dry thoroughly. For a full-rubbed finish
give the final varnish coat time to become dry beyond
a doubt, and then rub with 3-F pumicestone and light
rubbing oil (paraffin oil can be used) to a dull
surface.
"If a high gloss or polish finish is desired, continue
the ahove rubbing method of giving the work a sec-
ond rubbing with fine rottenstone and then, when
the surface is as smooth as it can be made, wet a
piece of cotton waste with the polish solution and rub
the work until a friction is obtained. Wipe off with
a clean piece of waste, or waste slightly dampened
with alcohol. The advantage of the high polish is
;hat it displays the beauty of the wood to the very
greatest advantage, giving it a very rich appearance;
the disadvantage lies in the fact that such a finish is
more likely to be marred by knocks, scratches or hot
dishes.
Refinishing Veneers.
"Severe accidents to a highly polished piece are
difficult to mend and often require refinishing; the
dull finish, if not made too dark, can be very rich
in appearance, while it is much less subject to damage
and can be more easily repaired if damaged.
"If a wax finish is desired after the work is stained
and tilled apply two coats of white shellac to the
work, sanding each coat to a smooth surface. Apply
a paste wax, let stand about ten minu.es and w r ipe
ofif with rags, seeing that all excess wax is removed.
If an opexi-pore finish is desired, eliminate the filling
process. The waxed dull finish shows the grain to
good advantage and is the easiest of all finishes to
keep looking well.
"Lacquers have been improved to such an extent
of laic that their use on furniture has become more
general; if a lacquer finish is desired on walnut, apply
three coats of lacquer over the filler, rubbing the
final coat with water, as water will cut the work
quicker than oil. This extra labor in rubbing is one
of the principal objections to lacquer finishes; how-
ever, it is durable, not subject ;o marring, and a great
time-saver in the coating, over the time consumed in
applying the varnish coats."
WURLITZER STORE HAS
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Dayton Shoppers Encouraged in Christmas Purchases
by Wonderful Display of Goods There.
At the Wurlitzer Music House at 126 South
Ludlow street, Dayton, O., the second anniversary
of its occupancy of its present quarters was observed
last week, the announcement bringing thousands of
persons to the store. Immediately upon entering the
visitors were struck by the Christmas spirit, because
the Wurlitzer place of business has been decorated
in holiday attire.
Everything from grand pianos to ukelelcs is being
offered in the second anniversary sale. For one thing,
there is the lay-away plan, enabling anyone who
wishes to give a gift as a Christmas surprise to make
a small down payment and have the present laid
aside until the holiday itself. The remainder of the
purchase price can be taken care of in convenient
installments.
Another great accommodation to busy persons is
the fact that the store is open every night and will
be until Christmas.
ZENITH IN OHIO.
H. H. Donnelly, vice-president of the Heat &
Power Engineering Company of Toledo, distributors
of Zenith radio in Toledo and surrounding territory,
who was one of the many visitors to the Zenith plant
last week, expressed much enthusiasm over the ever-
increasing demand for Zenith sets in his territory.
Commenting further on business in general, he stated
that the volume of business transacted by the Heat
& Power Engineering Company during the last three
months more than doubled that transacted over the
same period of time last year, adding further, that
Zenith was leading the quality field in Ohio sales.
VETERAN OHIO DEALER DIES
Charles R. Leftwich, 81, the Greenville, O., music
merchant, who died very suddenly recently, was
Greenville's oldest active business man. He was born
March 21, 1847, at New Paris, Ohio, where he spent
his earlier days. Fifty-four years ago Mr. Leftwich
moved to Greenville, and for the past half century
lie had been in the music business there.
DISTINCTIVE
TONE QUALITY
ALWAYS
a p r o d u c t w o r t h y of
"A Name Well Known Since
—to become specialists in a field which will not
only pay them exceptionally well but which
will give them social standing and prominence!
1875"
JESSE FRENCH & SONS PIANO CO.
T
O young men looking for such an opportunity we
have an unusual offpr. Right now in numberless
cities and towns in the United States, there is a great
shortage of piano experts, technicians and tuners.
The few masters there are, are earning large salaries
for this exceptionally pleasant work. Their time is
their own. Thpy meet the best peo-
ple and soon establish a wealthy clien-
FREE
' " " • can fit you for this profes
ximately 12 short weeks' tin
t wh.ch tells all N o w d o n . t
are not a muail:ian!
out our practical y o u d o n . t n d t h
, f o t 50 p e r
id thorough train- c e n t o f o u r ? r a d u B t M n e v e r t o o l ; - a m » ait .
K course. Send l e!)son A mT now r they are earning fr<
from
$250
r 11 HOW!
X2Kn to
tft SRlin n m n n f h l
opportunity you a
Hull yo
1 the rut. Mak.: a place for yourself
among the
best people. Our complete course in our new $85
000.00 laboratory fits you for a real pRyinK pro-
backintrthan you have'. Fintfout the facts anyway.
POLK COLLEGE OF PIANO TUNING
L Polk Building. Dept. 1O
La Port*. Ind.
Polk College of Piano Tuning, La Porte. Ind.
Please send me a copy of your free booklet
I like the idea of becoming a professional
piano expert.
For generations Poehlmann
Music Wire and Fly Brand
Tuning Pins have made
many pianos famous for
their r e n o w n c d tonal
qualities.
The continued prestige of Fly SranC
Pins and Poehlmann Wire is due solely
to quality. Every detail is watched
minutely. Made from special drawn wire
by men who have done nothing else fo' 1 a
lifetime, they embody every known
requisite for quality. That is why many
manufacturers of high grade pianos de-
mand Poehlmann W i r e a n d Fly
Brand Pins.
SOLE AGENT, U.S.A.
AMERICAN PIANO SUPPLY CO.
Division of
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
HAMMACHER-SCHLEMMER & CO.
104-106 East 13th St.
New York, N. Y.
NEW CASTLE, INDIANA
TheCABLECOMPANY
Makers of Grand, Upright
and Inner'Player Pianos,
including Conover, Cable,
Kingsbury, Wellington and
Euphona.
Chicago
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CONTINUED FAVOR
FOR WALNUT FINISHES
Method of Treating the Ever Popular Wood
and Detailed Advice About Finishing
Surfaces T o l d by Expert.
The favor for walnut seemingly never decreases
to any great extent and interest in the ways to finish
it always exists in the piano industry and other wood-
using trades. The way to avoid defects in finishing
walnut and the processes to follow to insure desir-
able results are told in Veneers by J. Hendricks. who
dwells particularly on the necessity of sealing the
surface.
"While walnut is less subject to such changes than
any other cabinet wood, nevertheless it must be
remembered that the products of a factory may be
shipped to all parts of the United States, and even
to foreign countries, and be subjected to widely vary-
ing heat and moisture conditions, therefore a good
finish that seals the surface is very necessary," he
advises, and continues:
"The finish also guards against decay and insect
attacks, although walnut is practically free from such
troubles; the finish on wafnut also serves to bring-
out the beautiful texture and figure of the wood, and
makes it possible to have as light or as dark a shade
of walnut as is desired, or such contrasting effects as
the two-tone, high-light and shaded effects.
Takes Fine Finish.
"Walnut, as a rule, always takes a fine finish; the
beauty of the finish creates an atmosphere of dignity
and simplicity that reflects true refinement of taste.
Walnut furniture never looks cloudy or dirty if prop-
erly finished, is warm and cheery in color, and is easy
to keep clean. It gives the owner the satisfaction of
knowing that he has achieved a recognized individual-
ity in his home, and the passing of time only increases
his enjoyment and the approval of those who value
distinctive furniture.
"After the work is stained and filled, if a varnish
finish is desired, apply a coat of white shellac or a
good sub-shellac, sand well with a (XX) sandpaper
•TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT
11
FREST 0-T I M E S
and apply two coats of a good grade of rubbing
varnish, giving ample time between the coats to let
the work dry thoroughly. For a full-rubbed finish
give the final varnish coat time to become dry beyond
a doubt, and then rub with 3-F pumicestone and light
rubbing oil (paraffin oil can be used) to a dull
surface.
"If a high gloss or polish finish is desired, continue
the ahove rubbing method of giving the work a sec-
ond rubbing with fine rottenstone and then, when
the surface is as smooth as it can be made, wet a
piece of cotton waste with the polish solution and rub
the work until a friction is obtained. Wipe off with
a clean piece of waste, or waste slightly dampened
with alcohol. The advantage of the high polish is
;hat it displays the beauty of the wood to the very
greatest advantage, giving it a very rich appearance;
the disadvantage lies in the fact that such a finish is
more likely to be marred by knocks, scratches or hot
dishes.
Refinishing Veneers.
"Severe accidents to a highly polished piece are
difficult to mend and often require refinishing; the
dull finish, if not made too dark, can be very rich
in appearance, while it is much less subject to damage
and can be more easily repaired if damaged.
"If a wax finish is desired after the work is stained
and tilled apply two coats of white shellac to the
work, sanding each coat to a smooth surface. Apply
a paste wax, let stand about ten minu.es and w r ipe
ofif with rags, seeing that all excess wax is removed.
If an opexi-pore finish is desired, eliminate the filling
process. The waxed dull finish shows the grain to
good advantage and is the easiest of all finishes to
keep looking well.
"Lacquers have been improved to such an extent
of laic that their use on furniture has become more
general; if a lacquer finish is desired on walnut, apply
three coats of lacquer over the filler, rubbing the
final coat with water, as water will cut the work
quicker than oil. This extra labor in rubbing is one
of the principal objections to lacquer finishes; how-
ever, it is durable, not subject ;o marring, and a great
time-saver in the coating, over the time consumed in
applying the varnish coats."
WURLITZER STORE HAS
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Dayton Shoppers Encouraged in Christmas Purchases
by Wonderful Display of Goods There.
At the Wurlitzer Music House at 126 South
Ludlow street, Dayton, O., the second anniversary
of its occupancy of its present quarters was observed
last week, the announcement bringing thousands of
persons to the store. Immediately upon entering the
visitors were struck by the Christmas spirit, because
the Wurlitzer place of business has been decorated
in holiday attire.
Everything from grand pianos to ukelelcs is being
offered in the second anniversary sale. For one thing,
there is the lay-away plan, enabling anyone who
wishes to give a gift as a Christmas surprise to make
a small down payment and have the present laid
aside until the holiday itself. The remainder of the
purchase price can be taken care of in convenient
installments.
Another great accommodation to busy persons is
the fact that the store is open every night and will
be until Christmas.
ZENITH IN OHIO.
H. H. Donnelly, vice-president of the Heat &
Power Engineering Company of Toledo, distributors
of Zenith radio in Toledo and surrounding territory,
who was one of the many visitors to the Zenith plant
last week, expressed much enthusiasm over the ever-
increasing demand for Zenith sets in his territory.
Commenting further on business in general, he stated
that the volume of business transacted by the Heat
& Power Engineering Company during the last three
months more than doubled that transacted over the
same period of time last year, adding further, that
Zenith was leading the quality field in Ohio sales.
VETERAN OHIO DEALER DIES
Charles R. Leftwich, 81, the Greenville, O., music
merchant, who died very suddenly recently, was
Greenville's oldest active business man. He was born
March 21, 1847, at New Paris, Ohio, where he spent
his earlier days. Fifty-four years ago Mr. Leftwich
moved to Greenville, and for the past half century
lie had been in the music business there.
DISTINCTIVE
TONE QUALITY
ALWAYS
a p r o d u c t w o r t h y of
"A Name Well Known Since
—to become specialists in a field which will not
only pay them exceptionally well but which
will give them social standing and prominence!
1875"
JESSE FRENCH & SONS PIANO CO.
T
O young men looking for such an opportunity we
have an unusual offpr. Right now in numberless
cities and towns in the United States, there is a great
shortage of piano experts, technicians and tuners.
The few masters there are, are earning large salaries
for this exceptionally pleasant work. Their time is
their own. Thpy meet the best peo-
ple and soon establish a wealthy clien-
FREE
' " " • can fit you for this profes
ximately 12 short weeks' tin
t wh.ch tells all N o w d o n . t
are not a muail:ian!
out our practical y o u d o n . t n d t h
, f o t 50 p e r
id thorough train- c e n t o f o u r ? r a d u B t M n e v e r t o o l ; - a m » ait .
K course. Send l e!)son A mT now r they are earning fr<
from
$250
r 11 HOW!
X2Kn to
tft SRlin n m n n f h l
opportunity you a
Hull yo
1 the rut. Mak.: a place for yourself
among the
best people. Our complete course in our new $85
000.00 laboratory fits you for a real pRyinK pro-
backintrthan you have'. Fintfout the facts anyway.
POLK COLLEGE OF PIANO TUNING
L Polk Building. Dept. 1O
La Port*. Ind.
Polk College of Piano Tuning, La Porte. Ind.
Please send me a copy of your free booklet
I like the idea of becoming a professional
piano expert.
For generations Poehlmann
Music Wire and Fly Brand
Tuning Pins have made
many pianos famous for
their r e n o w n c d tonal
qualities.
The continued prestige of Fly SranC
Pins and Poehlmann Wire is due solely
to quality. Every detail is watched
minutely. Made from special drawn wire
by men who have done nothing else fo' 1 a
lifetime, they embody every known
requisite for quality. That is why many
manufacturers of high grade pianos de-
mand Poehlmann W i r e a n d Fly
Brand Pins.
SOLE AGENT, U.S.A.
AMERICAN PIANO SUPPLY CO.
Division of
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
HAMMACHER-SCHLEMMER & CO.
104-106 East 13th St.
New York, N. Y.
NEW CASTLE, INDIANA
TheCABLECOMPANY
Makers of Grand, Upright
and Inner'Player Pianos,
including Conover, Cable,
Kingsbury, Wellington and
Euphona.
Chicago
Enhanced content © 2008-2009 and presented by MBSI - The Musical Box Society International (www.mbsi.org) and the International Arcade Museum (www.arcade-museum.com).
All Rights Reserved. Digitized from the archives of the MBSI with support from NAMM - The International Music Products Association (www.namm.org).
Additional enhancement, optimization, and distribution by the International Arcade Museum. An extensive collection of Presto can be found online at http://www.arcade-museum.com/library/
Future scanning projects are planned by the International Arcade Museum Library (IAML).