I am working on a project using shellac as a finish. I am a beginning woodworker and failed to read up on applying finishes and now have a question. I have been applying Zinsser Bulls Eye Clear Shellac straight from the can as opposed to cutting it which I just learned should be done. The project is made of oak and walnut and actually looks very good with the uncut shellac and a final wipe down after at least 3 coats rubbed out with 320 sandpaper with 0000 grade steel wool and wax. The wax is wiped down with a soft paper towel before it drys and leaves a seriously slick and beautiful finish. After having said all that is all that important to cut shellac? I honestly can't see how cutting it would create a better looking finish than what I accomplished with uncut shellac.