I have a small chest that I would like to restore. I has gotten a few scratches and bumps and some kind of solvent has spilled on top of it dissolving the finish. It is just at cheap souvenir but it has sentimental value so I want to put some work into giving it a nice finish. The chest seems...

http://youtu.be/3wjXGILjK8A?list=UU2kh_ssZDMH7qsnAJA0gctw Let me know what you think :D :thumbsup: its a Wooden briefcase / suitcase. Made by me. :yes: The top coat is french polish. (politer) Have any of you made a wooden suitcase before? let me know :D

French Polish? I am new to wood working and know only enough to get in to trouble. I have applied a french polish to a small box I made. My question is can I apply a lacquer or varnish over the french polish to help keep it from getting damaged (scratches dents)? If so what type and or brand. I...