243, the top and back of which are covered with zinc.
Where no staining-table is possible, temporary coverings of oilcloth may be provided to lay over any bench which is convenient for the purpose.
[Illustration: Fig.244.Shellac Utensils.] _Care of brushes and materials used in finishing wood._ Shellac should be kept in glass or pottery or aluminum receptacles but not in any metal like tin, which darkens it.

A good plan is to have a bottle for fresh, untouched shellac, a wide-mouthed jar for that which has been diluted and used, and an enameled cup for use.

There should also be a special brush, Fig.244.At the time of using, first see that the brush is soft and pliable.

If it is stiff, it can be soaked quickly and softened in a little alcohol in the cup.

This alcohol may then be poured into the jar and mixed in by shaking.