there's a lot of ways to skin a cat.

My preference for getting the satin look is quite simple: maroon, and
then gray synthetic steel wool pads. I personally don't feel the need to
wait more a couple of days after the last coat has been applied under
ideal conditions. I've used mineral oil with good results. NOT paint
thinner!

Dave


Mineral oil is a good choice. Murhpys oil soap as well, just dry it
promply.

Don't quite know why Dave discorages Paint Thinner.

Paint Thinner (mineral spirits) will not harm the shellac. Neither
will Naptha. I use both to clean the mineral oil off.