Recent content by Xerinok

OK, well after some more reading, apparently spruce is pretty tight grained wood, so filling the grain shouldn't be necessary (the poplar is close grained as well). I would like to stain the sides of the body to possibly give some life to it as opposed to just a boring bare wood all over, but...

OK, so as the title implies, this is my first attempt at building a guitar... I'm still a little unsure as to finishing it though. I've done a good bit of reading and just wanted some advice. I'm not really sure if I need to fill the body before I seal it and apply lacquer..or what would be best...