When To Apply Grain Filler And Sanding Sealer

In this video, I use scenarios to explain the different schedules when applying grain filler and sanding sealer on a guitar build. Timestamps for each scenario are listed below along with paid affiliate links.

00:00 Start
01:07 Finish Without Stain/Dye
04:10 Finish With Stain/Dye
08:32 Finish With Paint

[paulbrodie]

Thanks for all those explanations. I'm just getting into this and it can be quite confusing. This video is a good reference. I'm sure I will watch it several times...

[t.j.fuller]

I just stumbled on to this channel, prior to a guitar build / funny how when the student is ready, the teacher will appear !!! awesome channel learned about Brite Tone here !!

[thecarolinahoosier]

Probably the best resource I’ve seen regarding guitar finishes - and I actually understand it! Another great video, Chris.

[mackenziewoodwoking]

Great job on explaining all the scenarios you had your audience tune in 😄

[devinthewax]

I wish I had watched this video prior to my first adventure staining a body. Your videos on several topics have been so inspiring and helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and being kind to those of us that are just getting started. P.S. we need a lion graphic t shirt!

[asterisk]

Great information here! I recommend to anyone who wants to remember this write up a chart on a piece of paper and copy over the information from the video so you'll always have a quick, physical reference to it if needed.

[thetrytro]

Thanks for the info. I just bought a kit and am dreaming up the finish.

[jakesillguitar]

this is without any doubt the most in depth and useful video for this on youtube, very in depth. Thank you for helping an aspiring luthier. Priceless info You rule.

[terrmaso]

Love the shirt! Great video breaking down the use of a sanding sealer. Wasn't entirely sure how they worked but I have no doubts now. I repair/restore furniture and have been struggling with a piece I am working on. Your video just solved my dilemma. Thanks for the great content 👍

[dustdevilz]

Very good information. The best on guitar finishing I’ve seen. Thanks!

[PageP]

45 seconds in and... Thank you! Exactly what I am trying learn and understand right now. Now back to the show...

[fartwrangler]

Thanks for an informative video.

I'm using StewMac products, and have been puzzling over the fact that the grain filler says "for best results first apply 1-2 coats of sanding sealer". On the sanding sealer it says "apply over grain filler to lock in grain filler and seal the wood."

Nothing like contradictory product labels. Your scenarios pointed me in the right direction.

[rayrayokmusic]

Awesome video. Makes we want to make a dozen guitar bodies to try every combination.

[ERWebster]

No love for shellac? It dries very quickly without need for a curing process, and gives additional piece of mind in the sense that it is compatible with every type of finish imaginable. Plus, you can advertise your guitar as having an organic, free-range all natural sanding sealer. XD

That aside, the SolarEZ Lacquer is great stuff. I even spray it on with a gun before curing, and it sands to a perfectly smooth surface with minimal effort. Only caveats are it does carry a light amber hue, and may not be compatible with all other finish products. Plus it can be a great clear and top coat for natural wood finishes in it's own right.

[pedalfrak]

I wish I had found this video about two months ago. It's probably the most helpful and best video for finishing I've found. Thank you.

[christopherhall]

Another in a long line of super helpful videos, thorough and well explained. Thanks, Chris!

[guitarxplorer]

Great years of experience told here and appreciated. EVERY WORD is proper and important. Thank you!

[TheRoCkStAr]

Great advice before i tackle my first dye and finish

[DaisyHollowBooks]

I'm getting ready to paint a body. This was a helpful video.

[davedupuis]

Great video. Achieving a "professional" grade finish is absolutely my most challenging part of guitar building, this was helpful thank you!.