STAIN FINISHES
x DYE FINISHES
xx PAINT & FINISH
xx WOOD FINISHING
Tip on using leather dye to ebonize wood. AMERICAN WOODWORKER Jul-Aug 1988 (v.4#3) pg. 7
Aniline dyes. How to get brilliant, clear colors on wood which allow the grain to show through. AMERICAN WOODWORKER Nov-Dec 1988 (v.4#5) pg. 52
Tips on when you can use a dye or stain before gluing up (assembling) wood components. AMERICAN WOODWORKER Mar-Apr 1989 (v.5#2) pg. 6
Staining wood. The pleasures and pitfalls of using pigment stains. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #17 Nov-Dec 1990 pg. 52
Coloring wood. Defining and using wood stains. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #25 Mar-Apr 1992 pg. 74
Comments on the safety and potential concerns when using aniline dye. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #28 Sep-Oct 1992 pg. 8
Gel stains. A guide to when (and when not) to use gel stains and advice on applying them. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #31 Mar-Apr 1993 pg. 38
Added Info AMERICAN WOODWORKER #32 May-Jun 1993 pg. 8
How to make stain boards (color boards) that provide a preview of how stains will look on different woods. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #35 Nov-Dec 1993 pg. 76
Multi-step finishes. Four professional finishing techniques that give your work warmth, depth and character that stain along can't match. Looks at ground staining, pore filling, dry brushing, and wet glazing. How to achieve classic walnut, cordovan mahogany, and golden oak finishes. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #38 May-Jun 1994 pg. 54
Blotch-free staining. Foolproof ways to stain problem woods evenly. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #42 Dec 1994 pg. 100
Coloring wood. Using stains, glazes and toners. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #54 Oct 1996 pg. 88
Dye stains. An explanation of what they are, how to mix them, surface preparation and application. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #57 Feb 1997 pg. 40
Added Info AMERICAN WOODWORKER #60 Aug 1997 pg. 20
Ebonizing tips. (1) Using pigment stains. (2) India ink stain for a deep black. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #59 Jun 1997 pg. 80
How to minimize difference in how plywood and solid wood take stain. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #63 Dec 1997 pg. 16
Coloring lathe-turned bowls with brilliant aniline dyes. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #64 Feb 1998 pg. 50
Grain enhancement. Part 2. How to bring out the best in open-pore woods using pigment stains. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #64 Feb 1998 pg. 86
How to apply dye to a worn area. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #66 Jun 1998 pg. 20
Tip on improving the adhesion of water-soluble dyes by adding a wetting agent (such as propylene glycol). AMERICAN WOODWORKER #67 Aug 1998 pg. 20
Tips on altering the color of commercial stains. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #73 Jun 1999 pg. 17
Technique for removing water-soluble dye color from wood using household bleach. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #82 Oct 2000 pg. 108
Tip on using a dry brush to get excess gel stain out of corners. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #89 Oct 2001 pg. 12
Tips on how to give unfinished furniture a soft, country-style color using dye. BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Dec 1989 (v.67#12) pg. G2 (130+)
Fail-safe way to apply stain evenly. CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Dec 1998-Jan 1999 (v.22#3) pg. 20
Enhancing the grain. How to get the most impact from your figured wood projects by applying oil, stain, and/or clear lacquer to a properly sanded surface. CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Feb 1999 (v.22#4) pg. 22
Advice on using water-based stains. CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP May 1999 (v.22#7) pg. 26
Formula for a natural color stain designed especially for western red cedar. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Mar 1981 (v.4#6) pg. 5
Added Info CANADIAN WORKSHOP May 1981 (v.4#8) pg. 4 (WARNING).
Let wood beauty shine through. Tips on finishing your woodworking projects with stains, varnishes or lacquers. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Jan 1982 (v.5#4) pg. 52
A guide to interior wood stains. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Mar 1985 (v.8#6) pg. 33
Tip on using horse manure to "age" and stain new wood. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Jan 1995 (v.18#4) pg. 7
Gel stains. A description of the wipe-on, wipe-off stains designed for the home handyman. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Mar 1997 (v.20#6) pg. 17
Advice on creating a stain for Mission Style furniture that uses modern materials. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1997 (v.21#2) pg. 29
Rustic renovations. How to use fabric dyes to color an unfinished wood item. CRAFTS May 1997 (v.20#5) pg. 53
Wood staining wonders. Three background staining techniques (striping, rouging and distressing) are explained. DECORATIVE ARTIST'S WORKBOOK Mar-Apr 1993 (v.20#2) pg. 12
Staining a loudspeaker enclosure to simulate more expensive wood. ELECTRONICS ILLUSTRATED Mar 1969 (v.12#2) pg. 60
Guide to decorative finishes. A brief look at decoupage, color staining wood, mosaics, marquetry and stenciling. FAMILY HANDYMAN #217 Mar 1981 (v.31#3) pg. 26
Improve your refinishing. Six ways to get better results on your next refinishing project. FAMILY HANDYMAN #289 May-Jun 1988 (v.38#5) pg. 107
Tip on getting a good color match between old and new wood molding. FAMILY HANDYMAN #294 Jan 1989 (v.39#1) pg. 88
Tip for applying stain evenly using a pump spray container. FAMILY HANDYMAN #319 Jun 1991 (v.41#6) pg. 80
An explanation of how wood absorbs stain. Advice on staining both softwoods and hardwoods. FAMILY HANDYMAN #326 Mar 1992 (v.42#3) pg. 24
Tip on using scrap plastic bags (instead of gloves) to protect your hands and arms when staining. FAMILY HANDYMAN #344 Jan 1994 (v.44#1) pg. 22
Water-based finishes. How to get the best results from wood stains and clear finishes. FAMILY HANDYMAN #348 May 1994 (v.44#5) pg. 45
Tips on using stain to hide finger joints in a handrail. FINE HOMEBUILDING #6 Dec 1981-Jan 1982 pg. 12
The outdoor finish. How and when to paint or stain. FINE HOMEBUILDING #27 Jun-Jul 1985 pg. 54
Improve your wood stain application by using a foam pad and a plastic squeeze bottle. FINE HOMEBUILDING #47 Jun-Jul 1988 pg. 30
A furniture-grade finish for trim. Applied in layers, alcohol-based dyes and stains make for a beautiful job. FINE HOMEBUILDING #89 Jun-Jul 1994 pg. 46
Tip on forcing stain into the joints between wall paneling using a glue injector (syringe). FINE HOMEBUILDING #92 Dec 1994-Jan 1995 pg. 28
Make your own wood stains from natural materials, like nuts, wood, and plants. Some tips. FINE WOODWORKING #6 Spring 1977 pg. 8
Formula for a potash stain which brings out the natural colors of wood. Useful for raising the grain of table tops for sanding to a fine finish. FINE WOODWORKING #7 Summer 1977 pg. 5
Tip: How to keep stain from being absorbed by holly inlay. FINE WOODWORKING #7 Summer 1977 pg. 20
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #8 Fall 1977 pg. 36
Formula for a genuine soft Salem-color stain (soft tan). Made from tobacco stems. FINE WOODWORKING #8 Fall 1977 pg. 17
Tip: How to get the old-time orange-red stain, alkanet root. FINE WOODWORKING #8 Fall 1977 pg. 34
Technique for staining curly maple. Formulas for making your own stains and tips on how to apply them. FINE WOODWORKING #9 Winter 1977 pg. 19
Tip: The proper sequence of steps when using water (aniline) dyes in order to prevent raising the grain. FINE WOODWORKING #10 Spring 1978 pg. 28
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #11 Summer 1978 pg. 6
Formula for a walnut stain made from walnut crystals (cassel extract). FINE WOODWORKING #11 Summer 1978 pg. 22
Stains, dyes, and pigments. The wood grain should remain readable. A brief history of some common chemicals, stains, and pigments used on wood, and some tips on application. FINE WOODWORKING #12 Sep 1978 pg. 58
More information on the use of potassium dichromate for chemically changing the color of wood. FINE WOODWORKING #14 Jan-Feb 1979 pg. 27
Tip: Ordinary wax-based shoe polish mades a good stain and filler for open-grained woods. FINE WOODWORKING #16 May-Jun 1979 pg. 19
Before you apply a finish to your cabinetwork, you should trial-run the entire finishing system on a scrap of the same wood to see exactly how it will perform. Tips on sanding, repairing with stick shellac, and applying the stain. FINE WOODWORKING #16 May-Jun 1979 pg. 69
Tips review the limited information available on dyeing or staining bamboo. FINE WOODWORKING #18 Sep-Oct 1979 pg. 26
Formula for making a honey-tan color pine stain. FINE WOODWORKING #18 Sep-Oct 1979 pg. 30
Tips on using shoe polish as a wood finish. FINE WOODWORKING #19 Nov-Dec 1979 pg. 32
Tip: How to prevent veneer from absorbing more stain than the solid stock it's next to. FINE WOODWORKING #19 Nov-Dec 1979 pg. 33
Two formulas for honey-tan colored stain. One for pine and one for maple. FINE WOODWORKING #19 Nov-Dec 1979 pg. 33
Tip: Make an inexpensive stain from lap cement and turpentine. Produces a medium walnut color. FINE WOODWORKING #20 Jan-Feb 1980 pg. 13
Tips on staining cherry sapwood. FINE WOODWORKING #21 Mar-Apr 1980 pg. 18
Tip: How to mix and use aniline stains. FINE WOODWORKING #22 May-Jun 1980 pg. 25
Tip: Make an oak stain from mineral spirits and asphalt. FINE WOODWORKING #24 Sep-Oct 1980 pg. 28
Tip: Make a stain for walnut sapwood from walnut hulls soaked in water. FINE WOODWORKING #25 Nov-Dec 1980 pg. 14
Tip on staining or dyeing an individual piece of wood within a completed inlay work without affecting adjacent pieces. FINE WOODWORKING #25 Nov-Dec 1980 pg. 32
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #26 Jan-Feb 1981 pg. 32
Tip on getting uniform color when applying liquid stains to wood. FINE WOODWORKING #28 May-Jun 1981 pg. 26
Old finishes. A review of finishing techniques (stains, oils, dyes, and waxes) used during the period 1700 to 1830. FINE WOODWORKING #33 Mar-Apr 1982 pg. 71
Tips on dyeing hardwoods using aniline dyes. FINE WOODWORKING #39 Mar-Apr 1983 pg. 30
Tip on making walnut stain from walnut husks. FINE WOODWORKING #40 May-Jun 1983 pg. 26
Tips on using wood stain along with paste wood filler. FINE WOODWORKING #43 Nov-Dec 1983 pg. 14
Warning on the use of potassium dichromate to darken wood. FINE WOODWORKING #47 Jul-Aug 1984 pg. 6
How to stain the end grain of wood so that it is the same shade as the rest of the wood. FINE WOODWORKING #47 Jul-Aug 1984 pg. 14
Tip: Wipe wood with mineral spirits prior to applying stain. This will show up any scratches which need to be sanded out. FINE WOODWORKING #49 Nov-Dec 1984 pg. 10
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #50 Jan-Feb 1985 pg. 8
How to get hardwood plywood and solid wood edging (of the same species) to absorb stain equally to produce the same color. FINE WOODWORKING #50 Jan-Feb 1985 pg. 16
Wood stains. Five ways to add color. Looks at transparent dyes, oil stains, tinted penetrating oils, varnish stains, and chemical stains. FINE WOODWORKING #55 Nov-Dec 1985 pg. 82
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #56 Jan-Feb 1986 pg. 4
Walnut, the cabinetwood par-excellence. Tips on working with walnut and how to make a walnut-extract stain from walnut husks. FINE WOODWORKING #58 May-Jun 1986 pg. 41
Unlocking cherry's color. Using household lye to accelerate the natural aging of heartwood. FINE WOODWORKING #61 Nov-Dec 1986 pg. 65
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #62 Jan-Feb 1987 pg. 6
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #64 May-Jun 1987 pg. 18
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #66 Sep-Oct 1987 pg. 20
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #67 Nov-Dec 1987 pg. 6
Tips on avoiding splotchy, uneven results when staining light woods. FINE WOODWORKING #64 May-Jun 1987 pg. 14
Tips on staining softwoods to match hardwoods. FINE WOODWORKING #66 Sep-Oct 1987 pg. 14
Old-fashioned wood-coloring. Making your own natural and chemical dyes for wood. FINE WOODWORKING #66 Sep-Oct 1987 pg. 52
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #68 Jan-Feb 1988 pg. 6
Tip on recreating the "blood finish" popular in the 18th and 19th century. FINE WOODWORKING #68 Jan-Feb 1988 pg. 12
Tip: Use eyebrow pencils for color-matching in small spots. FINE WOODWORKING #69 Mar-Apr 1988 pg. 8
Ebonizing wood with chemical stains won't obliterate the natural grain patterns. FINE WOODWORKING #76 May-Jun 1989 pg. 47
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #77 Jul-Aug 1989 pg. 6
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #78 Sep-Oct 1989 pg. 6
Aniline dyes. Coloring wood with modern chemicals. Some tips. FINE WOODWORKING #76 May-Jun 1989 pg. 50
Gel stains. Producing even color with less mess. Advice on selecting and applying gelled finishes. FINE WOODWORKING #81 Mar-Apr 1990 pg. 73
Tip on testing the color properties of aniline dye when mixed with various solvents. FINE WOODWORKING #83 Jul-Aug 1990 pg. 24
Tip on using alcohol or lacquer thinner as a diluent for non-grain-raising (NGR) stains. FINE WOODWORKING #87 Mar-Apr 1991 pg. 30
Changing the color of wood. A primer on modern stains. Includes formula for a wood conditioner to apply before staining to prevent a blotchy look. FINE WOODWORKING #101 Jul-Aug 1993 pg. 66
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #103 Nov-Dec 1993 pg. 14
Tips on avoiding problems (such as fisheyes) between various stains and topcoats. FINE WOODWORKING #107 Jul-Aug 1994 pg. 26
Mix your own oil stains. Simple recipe uses artist's pigments to get exactly the right tone and color. FINE WOODWORKING #110 Jan-Feb 1995 pg. 49
Formula for an outdoor furniture stain that will last a long time. FINE WOODWORKING #114 Sep-Oct 1995 pg. 8
For vibrant color, use wood dyes. Aniline dyes enhance figure and even-out wood tones. Advice on mixing, application, etc. FINE WOODWORKING #114 Sep-Oct 1995 pg. 72
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #129 Mar-Apr 1998 pg. 16 (Sanding & wetting sequence)
Overview of the three types of stains used to color wood (pigment-based, dye-based, and chemical stains). FINE WOODWORKING #122 Jan-Feb 1997 pg. 32
Dry-brushing wood stains. Widen your range of color possibilities using stains and tints. FINE WOODWORKING #123 Mar-Apr 1997 pg. 79
Repairing a worn finish without refinishing. Using alcohol-soluble or analine dyes which bite into faded surfaces and restore color quickly. FINE WOODWORKING #128 Jan-Feb 1998 pg. 64
Blotch-free wood staining technique controls the depth of penetration of the stain and keeps the color close to the wood surface. FINE WOODWORKING #137 Jul-Aug 1999 pg. 117
Tip on applying a shellac wash before staining wood. HOME FURNITURE #3 Summer 1995 pg. 14
How to stain a wooden piece to get the "country" look. HOME MECHANIX #682 Feb 1985 (v.81) pg. 16
Using oil stains. Tips on achieving a uniform color when staining wood. HOME MECHANIX #716 Dec 1987 (v.83) pg. 6
Correction HOME MECHANIX #719 Mar 1988 (v.84) pg. 8
Explaining stains. A look at conventional and new-tech wood finishes, plus tips on picking the best stain for your project. HOME MECHANIX #753 Mar 1991 (v.87) pg. 53
Fine wood finishes. Five ways to give wood protection and a beautiful polish. Covers shellac, oil varnish, polyurethane varnish, oil finish, wax and wood stains. HOMEOWNER Nov 1988 (v.13#9) pg. 55
Tip: Mix various colors of stain to get the exact color needed for repairing furniture. HOMEOWNERS HOW TO Mar-Apr 1981 (v.6#2) pg. 12
Make your own wood stain from black walnut husks. HOMEOWNERS HOW TO Nov-Dec 1981 (v.6#6) pg. 13
Tips: How to stain unfinished furniture. HOMEOWNERS HOW TO Nov-Dec 1982 (v.7#6) pg. 91
How to dye furniture (and other wooden objects) with Rit Dye, applied like a stain, and then finish it with polyurethane or hand-rubbed with paste wax. McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS Feb 1986 (v.31#1) pg. 70, 105
How to dye unfinished wooden furniture with liquid fabric dyes. McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS Oct 1987 (v.32#5) pg. 73, 112
Tips on finishing raw wood furniture using shellac and wood stains. MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #456 May 1966 (v.62) pg. 103
How to mix virtually any color wood stain you will ever need. Recipes use walnut, maple, and mahogany penetrating oil stain. MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #492 May 1969 (v.65) pg. 90
Recycling old motor oil. Tips include fire starter, coating roads and driveways, using as a herbicide, wood preservative, wood stain, etc. MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #634 Mar 1981 (v.77) pg. 32
Added Info MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #637 Jun 1981 (v.77) pg. 12
Tip: Make an authentic Early American stain for pine from chewing tobacco. MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #671 Apr 1984 (v.80) pg. 16
Secrets of paint and stain chemistry. A guide to safe and environment-friendly paints, stains and strippers. MOTHER EARTH NEWS #161 Apr-May 1997 pg. 62
Formula for a stain which will give light-color woods a dark color like "black ebony". NATIONAL CARVERS REVIEW Nov 1977 (v.8#4) pg. 40
How to mix your own wood stain. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jul 1974 (v.2#7) pg. 5
Tip: Use poplar stained with walnut oil stain, to look like real walnut. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Aug 1980 (v.8#8) pg. 97
Wood refinishing clinic. An introduction to filling compounds, interior stains and interior finishes. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jan 1982 (v.10#1) pg. 16
Tip: Use a clean black felt chalkboard eraser to rub stain on woodwork. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jan-Feb 1985 (v.13#1) pg. 20
The pros and cons of opaque wood stains for the exterior of a house are discussed. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Apr 1985 (v.13#3) pg. 58
Workshop mini-course. Working with stains. Tips on final sanding and applying the stain. POPULAR MECHANICS Dec 1977 (v.148#6) pg. 120
Tip: Use boiled linseed oil on the end of a board to keep it from absorbing too much stain. POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1979 (v.151#1) pg. 98
Workshop minicourse. Finishing basics. Tips on learning to use wood filler and oil stain. POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1982 (v.157#2) pg. 112
How to use wood stains to get the color you want. POPULAR SCIENCE Nov 1966 (v.189#5) pg. 170
A guide to wood stains and how to use each type. Also includes a photo guide to 6 common stain errors. POPULAR SCIENCE Oct 1977 (v.211#4) pg. 131
Exterior stains. Best finish you can put on your home. Tips on selecting and applying house stain that won't blister, peel or crack. POPULAR SCIENCE Apr 1978 (v.212#4) pg. 110
Make almost any color of wood stain from common wax crayons and turpentine. POPULAR WOODWORKING #76 Jan 1994 (v.13#4) pg. 10
Tip on mixing wood stains from artists' oil colors, turpentine, and Japan drier. POPULAR WOODWORKING #78 May 1994 (v.13#6) pg. 13
Finishing without fear. Advice on how to prevent blotching. Discusses using gel stains, stain controllers, removing glue seepage, and controlling stain drying. POPULAR WOODWORKING #90 May 1996 (v.16#2) pg. 41
The ten commandments of finishing. Part 3. Learning to reduce or eliminate stain blotching and splotching. POPULAR WOODWORKING #102 May 1998 (v.18#2) pg. 55
Tips on using gel stains. SHOPNOTES #14 Mar 1994 (v.3) pg. 30
Aniline dyes. Tips on selection and use for dyeing wood. SHOPNOTES #17 Sep 1994 (v.3) pg. 30
Oil stains. Tips on selection and application. SHOPNOTES #22 Jul 1995 (v.4) pg. 31
Tip on coloring badly-stained oak using ebony stain or diluted ink. SMALL BOAT JOURNAL #65 Feb-Mar 1989 pg. 75
Barbara Butler's toy chest. Patterns and instructions for painting an unfinished toy chest with bold patterns in bright colors. Edges of the designs are carved using an electric carving tool with drum sander attachment. Includes recipe for homemade oil stains in purple, red, yellow, orange and black. SUNSET Sep 1997 (v.199#3) pg. 79
Tip: Make your own specimen board to see how various stains will look on the same type of wood. WOOD MAGAZINE #7 Oct 1985 (v.2#5) pg. 22
Tip: Use mineral spirits or lacquer thinner to locate all glue splotches before you begin staining. WOOD MAGAZINE #16 Apr 1987 (v.4#2) pg. 23
Aniline dyes. Mix-it-yourself magic for natural-looking wood tones. Includes tips from a pro on using aniline dyes. WOOD MAGAZINE #16 Apr 1987 (v.4#2) pg. 48
Added Info WOOD MAGAZINE #18 Aug 1987 (v.4#4) pg. 15
Tip: Use scraps of foam rubber to apply oil-based stains. WOOD MAGAZINE #22 Apr 1988 (v.5#2) pg. 12
Tip on dyes and lacquers suitable for dipping children's wooden toys. WOOD MAGAZINE #26 Dec 1988 (v.5#6) pg. 104
Gel stain. Using Delta's pickling gels which let you build up bright colors and clean up with water. WOOD MAGAZINE #68 Feb 1994 (v.11#2) pg. 58
Gel stains. Tips on selection and use of these wood stains. WOOD MAGAZINE #70 Jun 1994 (v.11#4) pg. 28
Tips on reducing the "blotchy" effect when staining bare wood by using a wood conditioner and/or using gelled stain. WOOD MAGAZINE #73 Oct 1994 (v.11#7) pg. 21
Masking tip to prevent wood stain from soaking into adjacent wood inlay. WOOD MAGAZINE #76 Jan 1995 (v.12#1) pg. 10
Ebonizing. How to make wood look like ebony by using water-soluble aniline dyes. WOOD MAGAZINE #103 Feb 1998 (v.15#1) pg. 18
Aniline dyes. The brilliant, transparent choice for coloring wood. How to dissolve and mix water-soluble dyes. Tips on dyeing the wood. WOOD MAGAZINE #104 Mar 1998 (v.15#2) pg. 16
Added Info WOOD MAGAZINE #108 Oct 1998 (v.15#6) pg. 4
Gel stains. When to use them and an explanation of differences between the three major brands tested. WOOD MAGAZINE #105 Apr 1998 (v.15#3) pg. 54
Tips on working with aniline dyes. WOOD MAGAZINE #107 Aug 1998 (v.15#5) pg. 28
An explanation of why plywood and solid wood finish differently and how to get the plywood to match the solid wood. WOOD MAGAZINE #109 Nov 1998 (v.15#7) pg. 94
Mesh tray for staining small parts allows them to be dipped into a pan of stain and then drained. WOOD MAGAZINE #110 Dec 1998 (v.15#8) pg. 41
The stain truth. A performance test of 31 popular stains. WOOD MAGAZINE #114 Apr 1999 (v.16#3) pg. 58
Added Info WOOD MAGAZINE #119 Dec 1999 (v.16#8) pg. 8
Added Info WOOD MAGAZINE #123 Apr 2000 (v.17#3) pg. 8
How to make a veneer patch match the original using liquid or powdered dyes. WOOD MAGAZINE #124 May-Jun 2000 (v.17#4) pg. 24
Guide to wood finishing. Part 2. Staining. Dyes, pigments, and the secrets to creating the color you want. WOOD MAGAZINE #140 Mar 2002 (v.19#2) pg. 40
How chemicals can be used to color wood as an alternative to paint or stains. WOODCARVING #43 Sep 1998 pg. 25
Tip on coloring boxwood using fabric dyes. WOODCARVING #43 Sep 1998 pg. 58
Tip: Using "Deft" brand stain to seal end grain and stain wood. WOODSMITH #9 May 1980 pg. 3
Tip: Formula for a stain to "age" new oak wood to look like old oak. Uses tobacco and kerosene. WOODSMITH #17 Sep 1981 pg. 3
Selecting and using stains and preservatives on outdoor furniture. WOODSMITH #27 May-Jun 1983 pg. 14
Finishing: Stains, a dying art. An overview of the different types of stains available and tips on mixing stains to achieve the desired color. WOODSMITH #40 Jul-Aug 1985 pg. 19, 23
Tip on getting a more uniform color when using one-step stain and polyurethane finishes. WOODSMITH #83 Oct 1992 pg. 30
Quick solutions to staining end grain so it isn't darker than the face grain. WOODSMITH #106 Aug 1996 (v.18) pg. 30
Tip describes how to use water-based aniline dye to create an ebony-like finish on wood. WOODSMITH #107 Oct 1996 (v.18) pg. 32
Coloring turned wood with water-based dyes. Part 1. WOODTURNING #42 May 1996 pg. 28
Coloring turned wood with water-based dyes. Part 2. Turning a double-ended candle holder and transforming it through the use of color. WOODTURNING #43 Jun 1996 pg. 40
Coloring turned wood with water-based dyes. Part 3. How to ebonize and whiten wood. WOODTURNING #44 Jul-Aug 1996 pg. 12
How to avoid splotching (large, dark, irregular spots) when staining wood. WOODWORK #22 Jul-Aug 1993 pg. 47
Added Info WOODWORK #24 Nov-Dec 1993 pg. 4
Understanding stains and staining. How to achieve the wood color effect you want. WOODWORK #26 Apr 1994 pg. 44
Aniline dyes for wood. What is available, safety, preparation, use, etc. WOODWORK #28 Aug 1994 pg. 64
Understanding finish and stain penetration for decoration. WOODWORK #44 Apr 1997 pg. 42
How to mix and use stains to attain a Jacobean-like finish on an oak clock case. WOODWORKER #1035 Feb 1980 (v.84) pg. 122
Coloring wood. Everything you need to know about wood stains and staining. WOODWORKER #1096 Mar 1985 (v.89) pg. 187
Added Info WOODWORKER #1098 May 1985 (v.89) pg. 399
Tips on making and using a black stain to simulate ebony. WOODWORKER #1108 Mar 1986 (v.90#3) pg. 189
Added Info WOODWORKER #1110 May 1986 (v.90#5) pg. 440
Tip on achieving the deep golden color characteristic of antique oak. WOODWORKER #1109 Apr 1986 (v.90#4) pg. 279
Tip on staining oak which will be used outdoors (gates, furniture, etc.). WOODWORKER #1114 Sep 1986 (v.90#9) pg. 768
Tip on achieving a good rich brown color on Brazilian mahogany. WOODWORKER #1115 Oct 1986 (v.90#10) pg. 863
Tip on achieving a stain which duplicates the mellow patina of old rosewood. WOODWORKER #1116 Nov 1986 (v.90#11) pg. 936
Tips on lightening mahogany which has been darkened by the action of an ammonia-based stain. WOODWORKER Apr 1987 (v.91#4) pg. 320
Tip on producing a stain by soaking rusty nails in vinegar. WOODWORKER Apr 1987 (v.91#4) pg. 320
Added Info WOODWORKER Aug 1987 (v.91#8) pg. 743
Tip on mixing stains to match cherry and yew. WOODWORKER Mar 1989 (v.93#3) pg. 255
Tip on reducing the tendency of end grain to overcolor when stained. WOODWORKER Apr 1989 (v.93#4) pg. 371
Coats of many colors. Furniture restoring. Advice on staining old furniture (that has been stripped) before starting the refinishing process. WOODWORKER May 1989 (v.93#5) pg. 460
Color matters. An explanation of the color spectrum and how it impacts the color of wooden furniture. Looks at the color triangle, pigments, dyes, etc. WOODWORKER Aug 1989 (v.93#8) pg. 728
Tip on achieving a non-toxic black stained finish on a wooden fruit bowl. WOODWORKER May 1990 (v.94#5) pg. 473
Finishing and polishing in furniture restoration. Treatment of some traditional finishes and how best to deal with them. Part 2. Applying color and stain. WOODWORKER May 1995 (v.99#5) pg. 66
Tip: How to make your own pine stain from chewing tobacco. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL May-Jun 1977 (v.1#3) pg. 16
Tip: Use brown stain before black stain for a richer tone. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Mar-Apr 1980 (v.4#2) pg. 9
Tip: Match wood tones when refinishing antiques by applying colors in oil (paint colorant). WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Mar-Apr 1981 (v.5#2) pg. 11
Added Info WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1981 (v.5#4) pg. 5
Formula for an authentic looking Early American stain. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL May-Jun 1985 (v.9#3) pg. 51
An overview of the three primary methods of coloring wood (chemical action, dyeing, and with pigments). WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL May-Jun 1988 (v.12#3) pg. 24
Staining basics. A review of fundamental procedures to apply pigmented stains. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1988 (v.12#4) pg. 25
Ebonizing. Four recipes for turning wood black to imitate ebony wood. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jan-Feb 1989 (v.13#1) pg. 23
Aniline dyes for wood. Advice on choosing, mixing and applying these "transparent" colors which won't hide the grain of the wood. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1989 (v.13#6) pg. 34
Working with gel stains. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1991 (v.15#4) pg. 53
Near-perfect wood finishing. Part 2. Staining. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Sep-Oct 1995 (v.19#5) pg. 16
How to work with non-penetrating oil stain. WORKBENCH Mar-Apr 1972 (v.28#2) pg. 40
How to apply water stains to wood. WORKBENCH May-Jun 1972 (v.28#3) pg. 56
Wood staining, do it right. Covers the necessary surface preparation and working with both water and oil stains. WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1978 (v.34#6) pg. 88
Tip: Mix your own wood stains from turpentine and artist's oils. WORKBENCH May-Jun 1980 (v.36#3) pg. 11
Wood staining made easy. What is available in gel stains (gelled stains, wiping stains, rubbing stains) and tips on their use. WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1988 (v.44#6) pg. 26
Tip on applying stain using a plastic pump bottle. Especially useful when staining louvers. WORKBENCH Sep-Oct 1990 (v.46#5) pg. 56
Staining. Part 1. Choosing a stain. A look at colorant, binder and thickness. WORKBENCH Apr-May 1995 (v.51#2) pg. 14
Staining. Part 2. Applying stains. Use the right method to achieve the look you want. WORKBENCH Jun-Jul 1995 (v.51#3) pg. 12
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