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Dye stains penetrate deep into the wood to enhance the wood grain and produce vibrant colors. Dye Stains come ready to use after stirring and are available in 12 colors in pints and gallons. These Dye Stains can be by themselves, mixed with General Finishes pigmented stains to create custom colors, or as a toner when mixed with water based topcoats and are easy to clean up with soap and water. They can be applied with a brush or sprayer. Water based (High Performance Top Coat), shellac, lacquer and solvent based top coats can be used on top of dye stains. Drying time is 2 – 4 hours at 70% humidity. Coverage is 75 sq. ft. per pint.
Water Based Dye Stains all meet the environmental GREEN guidelines set forth for Architectural, Cabinets and Furniture (EPA 40 CFR Parts 9, 59 & 63), California Wood Coatings (SCAQMD Rule 1136), Kitchen Cabinet Makers Association (ESP - Environmental Stewardship Program), and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). Made in USA.
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Light Brown Dye Stain on Clear Pine
By Johnny Mac
from Woodstock/New York City
About Me Professional
Comments about General Finishes Water Based Dye Stains:
The colors that I can get from one application of the Dye stain product are incredibly deep. Shocking how much color I can get into pine with a single application. The client fell in love with the light brown product
Great on black walnut
By Sundog
from Sarasota, Florida
You can wipe it on small areas with a rag or spray it on large areas with a spray gun so you dont get lap marks. Beleave it or not cherry dye makes black walnut look deep rich and luxurious.
Nice color
By RichRadCover
from Richmond,VA
Easy to use,added nice depth to cherry cabinets.
Great product!
By Stef the builder
from Nashville
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
This product is wonderful. One coat of this dark brown is plenty. And it's much easier to work with than oil-based stains. My only issue is splattering on surroundings (I'm a little messy) because the stain is so thin. Once you top it with polycrylic, the beautiful rich color comes alive. it's gorgeous!
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General Finishes Water Based Dye Stains
By Ellsworth
from Id
Used it often on picture frames, cabinets, and other high quality furniture pieces. It works great every time.