Comments On Jan 29, 2017:I recently started dying some basic segmented vases and the colors are beautiful, the blue is very strong, tested it out and reduced it slightly with dna. If they'd put a "squirt spout" of some sort on these bottles they'd be perfect - as it is getting product out without making a mess is no small task. Comments On Feb 14, 2020:I have used these dies on bowls made of figured maple and the wood grain really pops. For applying transparent color-tinted coats, ColorTone stains can be mixed directly into virtually any finish: nitrocellulose lacquer, shellac, waterbase finishes, and catalyzed varnishes or lacquers. Wherever the solvent soaks into the wood fibers, it takes the dye with it, changing the color of the wood cells themselves. <> Keda liquid dye mixes with many types of reagents such as: Denatured Alcohol, Lacquer Thinner, Alcohols, Acetone, Lacquer, Shellac, Epoxy Resin, and other non oil base reagents. will mix with water, but is not as color potent as with solvent. All rights reserved. Each of these will enhance the natural grain of your wood tables, cabinets or other projects. Dye stains are colored solutions and the coloring particles are extremely small. © 2020   Craft Supplies USA. <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> t����ف�K~��i�Hy��r�ε�����2)����:�o��_:�p��T��! Admittedly the alcohol based dye was black. WHY you would use wood dye vs. wood stain? Yes, water on wood does cause the grain to rise, but it’s so easy to knock the raised grain down with #320-grit sandpaper, it’s a non-issue. Alcohol soluble dyes are the most commonly in spray applications and for tinting shellac for touchup If you purchase any combination of four or more packets of dye, you're entitled to a 10% discount. Comments On Jun 07, 2015:I purchased black, green, red and blue for dying my kids long boards that we made from baltic birtch plywood. The color is more translucent than the color from a wood stain. Metal Complex Dyes … The water-based dye raises the wood grain, so sand away the fuzz with 320-grit abrasive. 1 0 obj The board on the right was finished with Danish oil tinted with an oil-based dye dissolved in mineral spirits. Most stain binders are made of the same resins used to make finishes. Sign up to get Craft Supplies USA special offers, how-to articles, new products and more. endobj Click here. Such a beautiful finish with hardly any effort. They provide deeper, more even penetration than pigment stains, particularly on hard woods such as maple. Be sure to pick up some masters lacquer spray it adds that finished touch. As mentioned above, the best way of applying this stain is to use a spray gun. Each of the 5 wood dye colors will contain 1 oz of highly color potent alcohol based wood dye. Dyes, on the other hand, dissolve completely in their solvents. stream They penetrate deep into the wood and color the wood fibers from within – unlike pigmented stains which leave pigment particles on the surface of the wood. Wood dye (also known as wood tint) is comprised of a colorant and a solvent (like alcohol or water). If you google “isopropyl alcohol-based wood stain,” it’s entirely possible you won’t find anything that resembles what you’re looking for. A large pipette or syringe are your best bet - if you have to pour it's gonna be messy - be prepared. Comments On Jul 07, 2015:I have many colors of this dye and it works well on all the lighter woods I have used it on. The three most common types of interior wood stains are water-based wood stains, oil-based wood stains and gel stains. This produces a noticeably different look than pigments, especially on dense, tight-grained woods, such as maple, that offer few places for pigment to settle. I did lots of swiveling and tilting as with an acrylic pour. Recommended of a 24 hour … Alcohol-based dye stains literally dye the wood and can be applied using a rag or sprayed on. Keda liquid dye mixes with many types of reagents such as: Denatured Alcohol, Lacquer Thinner, Alcohols, Acetone, Lacquer, Shellac, Epoxy Resin, and other non oil base reagents. Click to see picture. The dyes are sold in 1 oz. Comments On Jul 19, 2016:I love these dyes - very consistent between batches (I've had to buy both green and yellow a couple times and it's been a 100% match) and the colors are deep and "true". Unlike wood stain, which sits on the top of the wood surface, wood dye penetrates the wood and colors the wood from within. It went on so easy (both by cloth and sponge) and takes absolutely no experience to use. Reduce them with alcohol or water to give bare wood beautiful fade-resistant color, without hiding the grain. 4 0 obj Comments On Sep 08, 2014:First time using dyes and wow I guess I lucked out and got the best. endobj Made in the USA by a top dye maker with over 100 years experience, Artisan® Premium alcohol-based coloring dyes produce the deepest, most vibrant colors of any dye/stain we have tried. 2 0 obj Wood dye powders are the Eco Friendly Wood Stain option. Moser's® Aniline Dye Stain is a dry powder that is dissolved to produce a stain of exceptional clarity, color and grain accentuation: These stains work well on self bows and leather projects too. Alcohol-soluble dyes are used primarily by people doing touch-up on furniture, and oil-soluble dyes are used primarily by manufacturers who add them to oil-based stains. Brought out the wood grain really nicely. I experimented: some on natural wood and some on wood that I primed by painting with white paint. The two types of dye you will almost always use are powders that dissolve in water and dye already in liquid form. Artisan® Premium Coloring Dyes magnify the natural beauty of high figured wood without masking it. Alcohol Dye Colors from Keda Dye is an excellent value and has a premium quality wood stain quality for coloring wood. Chestnut Spirit Stains are a high quality, pre-mixed alcohol based stain that offers bright, vibrant colors that last. 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Allow the first application to dry 24 hours. Moser's Aniline Dyes - Alcohol Soluble Brings Out The Beauty Of The Wood Grain Write the First Review! I then put a polyurethane over the top of the boards and the color looks as good 6 months old as it did the day we put it on. Learn More. The only color I don't care for is the light blue - it doesn't seem to have the same penetration power as the other colors, and, for me, end up looking very "washed out" unless I do multiple coats. The dye does dry very quickly. The figure pops but the overall color is almost the same. Clean off the sanding dust, and dye the wood again. Colors may need 25% Wood Alcohol to achieve color. endobj Each of the 5 wood dye colors will contain 1 oz of highly color potent alcohol based wood dye. And although the bottle of concentrated tint that I use for staining with alcohol … Simply mix our powder dye colors with warm water or isopropyl alcohol for amazing results. Oil-based stains are probably the most common type of stain … Liked it so much I already ordered two more colors. They never contain any filler, which can reduce color potency. GlovePlus Black Nitrile Gloves - 100 Pack, Supplied with handy applicator bottle for better control, Add depth and contrast by layering colors, Premixed, ready to use straight from the bottle, 5% Shellac binds color, adds control, and seals wood, UV resistant for minimal fading over time, Dilute with denatured alcohol for delicate wash effect. Water based dyes can only be applied to unfinished and unsealed wood whereas alcohol based dyes can be either wiped onto unfinished wood or sprayed over filled and sealed wood. For the recipes below, use pigment that’s appropriate for the medium (each one is processed differently). Water based dyes cannot be successfully sprayed over sealed wood. �E�Ǿ��72�*z�K���Z�#n��ڇj�d0Qc��u���������YyĶ۝���n�������$�%�2oc���ײ�������CQ�n�86������ۜ� k�/-�W�5;��9Z`��)�����k�M�^�]�u��)MM�9�8�m ����|���z��u�B��~�Yы�$P)�f�^��_Ǥ�K��ܠ;�2 _�Հ4"ړ~ Z��^����$�0�=+��J���@Δ|*�U=���93X�!��N7�c+�N9��O76Q�(��^���4�� �G��*�S��M� �V+�c���Y�-���ž[�\��e 2�k`�J��f�� �@. This results in extremely vibrant, highly concentrated, and powerful wood dye products. Alcohol based arrow stain penetrates even the most stubborn shafting to create deep, beautiful hues that dry fast. 3 0 obj dry plastic bottles. You can also dip with alcohol stains, ie put the object into the container of stain. Oh and the best part is that its allows the grain of the wood to show through, which adds a lot of character to the boards. To give our customers the best shopping experience, our website uses cookies. J.E. There are three types of stains: oil-, water-, and alcohol-based. H. Behlen Aniline DYE Stain (Dry Powdered) -- Water / Alcohol Soluble dyes help to bring out the beauty of the wood grain and will not leave a muddy appearing surface. • 1 oz bottle easily makes 55-75 ounces of alcohol based vibrant stain dye. J.e. They only come in a few colours but are also available in primary colours too so we can do some mixing and matching to get a pretty good base colour on a doorway to … ���JœO�snY���E�e�S�)Y��z` � $���T�#0/澬e�㩓��le5 e�.Lܣ�آ�,L�(�H-�T�±��h�����Ƙ�����" �x'��“���"�a��n��U{��U�@�'Ɛ%i�Jla�Il�E~_[Z{|��c,�d,�(;�7,S¬*p�@��#c7���*�(�Hx�C���l^a�9,���y+�&^8iB����x�WXʡ���DQ������\�ci;�֯y�����V�9dݓy�$�fl6�@v`ú��H`�����j�3�+� We back all our products with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Did like instructions said and lightly sanded after applying. Frequently referred to as Aniline Dye, these pre-dissolved liquid dye concentrates are easier to use than powders. Select options above to check availability. Although the raw wood absorbed it too fast, the alcohol helped with the blending. • Wood dyes mix with reagents like: Lacquer Thinner, Alcohols, Acetone, etc. Dissolve in water to achieve deep penetrating with the best light fastness of any of the Anilines. When dissolved in alcohol, the dye stain is used primarily as a touch-up and repair stain (due to it’s relatively poor light fastness). Made in the UK, Chestnut brand spirit stains can be used straight from the bottle, mixed with other colors or diluted for a delicate wash effect. However, it can always be “revived” by adding a drop of alcohol. Restorers also use the alcohol based dyes for tinting shellac for touchup. You can apply any clear finish to the dyed wood. You must have JavaScript enabled for this page to function properly. %���� This water/isopropyl alcohol soluble powder dye stain has the vibrancy of alcohol based dye, with the safety and light fastness of water based dyes. Stains are similar to very thin oil or water-based paints. Keda Dye’s hybrid wood dyes are some of the finest wood stains available on the market today. They are composed of a pigment, a carrier to help you flow the pigment on and a binder to help the pigment stick. Each kit has a very detailed set of instructions describing ratios, mixing, application, tips, and more. Actual colors may vary, shown sealed with Gasket Lacquer. <>>> The board on the left had an alcohol-based dye applied to the bare wood, and was then clear coated. <> For those looking for the more traditional type wood finishes, Keda Liquid Dye is our alcohol dye version, that mixes with solvent reagents like denatured alcohol, lacquer thinner, acetone, and other non oil base reagents Seal and finish with a lacquer-based … �w>vY��/��͝�!Y�G:����ZY61)���+��d��c���bNȨnd���v2^�N�m@� They're versatile, too. for more information on how to use W. D. Lockwood dyes. The alcohol based dyes are soluable in both denatured alcohol and lacquer thinner. Dyes differ from pigmented stains (like Minwax) primarily in how they color the wood. Available in water, alcohol, or oil soluble powder, our non-hazardous dyes for wood impart a deep, transparent color to your wood. One bottle of dye will yield one and one half to two quarts of solution. Top shelf product. They are mixed with water or alcohol and can be added directly to many other waterbased or solvent finishes such as lacquer. Apply the stain sparingly, or the dye will be removed by the polish. TransFast - Dark Red Mahogany Transfast Alcohol/Water Soluble Dye 1 oz $13.99 (1) Rapid drying and will not raise grain of the wood. The red from Artisan is notably more red than the Chestnut Spirit red - Applying an alcohol-based stain. Talk to our friendly, knowledgeable staff about all your woodturning needs. So, based on that baseline, I set out to teach myself how to use alcohol based dyes to enhance my own wood turnings. My goal was to understand how to apply black dye as a back ground or foundation, followed by multiple layers of a color of my liking (in this case blue and bright green). Left over mixed dye is stored in a small bottle for later use. These truly are one of the best wood dyes available. There’s probably a tutorial out there somewhere, but I haven’t found it yet. Very pleased with the product and price. Add warm water to powder to get the desired color intensity. Comments On Apr 01, 2015:I use this dye on a duck call I made. I mix it with alcohol instead of water for faster dry time and less grain raising. Below is the full range of W. D. Lockwood alcohol soluble dyes. And the biggest reason, especially if you’re brushing your finish, is topcoat compatibility. Let this application dry, then buff the surface with a white Scotch-Brite pad. 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