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Violin making and repairing, 1927
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1and permanganate of potash in water will be found very useful for this purpose. The new wood in all cases must be toned, otherwise a staring effect will certainly result. Do not use acids for the purpose of toning down a repair. Acid rots the fibres, creates an unpleasant smell, and generally does a lot more harm than good. Gamboge and dragon's blood, the rich colours subdued by the aid of liquorice or burnt sienna, are useful colours for matching repairs on violins. Where the varnish is red or golden, orange brown varnish may be imitated by liquorice, permanganate of potash, burnt sienna or logwood and bismarck brown. Experience will teach the experimenter more than any amount of writing on the subject.
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