Well. I think it's time to wrap my old set. They're WFL and Ludwig single tension drums from 50's-60's era.

I've chosen Silver Sparkle; probably go with Precision drums pre-cut wrap.

I would like pointers and suggestions.

They are currently not wrapped but one is laquered (checked and flaked with age) and two are painted.

Does this needed to be completely removed for adhesion or simply roughed up with sand piper?

Do you apply glue to the shell and the wrap or to the shell only?

Do you glue all the way around or just in sections. (I'm not looking to ever wrap them again, this will be it)

The bass drum is a 26" and the wrap will not go around in one strip? What's the best way to deal with this?

How do you ensure straightness as you are wrapping around?

I can probably think of more.

all the best...