130. BAR SOAP

Take of lime water 1 teacupful, spirits of turpentine 2
teaspoonsful, resin 1/2 lb., sal. soda 1-1/2 lbs., of bar shop soap
4 lbs.; melt and boil all together to a proper consistency, then
pour into moulds.


131. CARVER'S POLISH

In a pint of spirits of wine dissolve 2 oz. of seed lac, and 2 oz.
of resin. The principal use of this polish is for the carved parts
of cabinet work, such as standards, pillars, claws, &c. It should be
laid on warm, and it will be still better; but all moisture and
dampness should be carefully avoided.


132. FRENCH POLISH

Take 1 oz. of shellac, 1/4 oz. of gum-arabic, and 1/4 oz. of gum
copal; bruise them well, and sift them through a piece of muslin,
then put them along with a pint of spirits of win into a closely
corked vessel, place it in a very warm situation, and shake it
frequently every day till the gums are dissolved, then strain
through a piece of muslin, and keep it corked for use.


133. WATER-PROOF POLISH

Put 2 ozs. of gum benjamin, 1/4 oz. of gum sandrac, and 1/4 oz. of