I did post this same question over at Knots, but I never seem to get quick answers there. Either way, here goes.
Recently purchased a new bedroom set (I know, I should have built it myself. My plate is too full right now)
All of the drawer boxes are made from cedar. Which in most cases is great. But I have a few drawers that will hold books and other like items. I don’t want them to smell like cedar. Can I put a coat of shellac on to seal in the smell?
Any advice would be great.
joe
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I've successfully used shellac to seal "musty" smelling wood, as well as cat #### smell (long story). I'm thinking it would work, but it won't do anything for the next drawer over.
but it won't do anything for the next drawer over.
There's two drawers in the nightstand, if I get them both, there won't be a "next drawer over". thanks for the input.
anyone else disagree with shellac or is there a more effective or easier product?
Don't be hard on yourself for not DIY-ing something. There's loads of stuff I could do, but am well aware I'll never get to doing.