TLA-1 First Build

[Maverick_aus]

Hi FCD,
Fun to read your progress, as another recent first-timer.
The grain is coming out nicely there with the stained timbermate. I'm trying to learn as much as I can about getting the grain to pop as well. Can I ask why you went with the ebony timbermate rather than a stain?
Good luck with the rest of the project.

[FCD]

Hey,

I used the ebony timbermate as an contrasting colour. From my very limited understanding a stain will pop the grain but more inline with the colour that you are applying. I used the timbermate wood filler (diluted with a few drops of water) to highlight the grain and to really stand out from my finish.

[Maverick_aus]

Thanks FCD. Having had a bit more of a research I think I'll try a black stain, then sand, then coloured stain and see how we go. Good luck for the rest of yours.

[FCD]

Thanks FCD. Having had a bit more of a research I think I'll try a black stain, then sand, then coloured stain and see how we go. Good luck for the rest of yours.

Sounds like a plan. There are so many different options for the finish of a guitar - I think that’s half the fun with the build process. Good luck with your build. I am following your build diary and looks like it will come up a treat.

[Maverick_aus]

Thanks mate. Yes, I agree re: the finishing. It's certainly a learning process. It's so satisfying working on something that is unique and which, when complete represents the journey you went through in creating it.