79. Very happy. So you get the benefit of darkened pores, filled pores, and the choice of keeping your mahogany its natural color or staining it. Enhancements you chose aren't available for this seller. Apply a coat of Zinsser Sealcoat after the dye is dry. I sanded the tops really well because they were really bad. Classic Water-Based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner Varathane 1 qt. 🌲 I know you've probably heard about pre-stain or wood conditioner right? An open-pored wood like mahogany is a beautiful, rich addition to your home. You can use an oil-based washcoat beneath oil-based or water-based stain (photo - bottom) once it dries thoroughly. Very happy. The results, of course, are far less dramatic and less nuanced than the first method (above), but stains can still look nice. Stores     About Us     Email Us     (800) 423-2450 (Call a Store). Sanding the wood sample followed by a pre-stain wood conditioner, followed by the stain. I lightly sanded the rest and wiped them down good. Wood Conditioner is recommended for use on soft woods such as pine, fir, maple, or poplar. It also partially fills grain and dries completely transparent. Perhaps Timbermate’s walnut colored filler. Interesting replies about sanding. Do another application if the grain is not filled to your satisfaction. A light, thinned coat of your preferred clear finish works just fine, or go for a padded-on coat of SealCoat. Please try again. Basically, conditioner will stabilize the wood to allow stain to penetrate more evenly. Comments. Woodworkers Source is a division of MacBeath Hardwood Co. 18115 N. Black Canyon Hwy Phoenix, AZ 85023 nphx@woodworkerssource.com 602-504-1931, 645 W. Elliot Road Tempe, AZ 85284 tempe@woodworkerssource.com 480-355-5090, 3441 S. Palo Verde Tucson, AZ 85715 tucson@woodworkerssource.com 520-745-8301. Coloring mahogany doesn’t need to be as involved as that first process. This cover enhances the rate of absorption to create a beautiful, even layer regardless of the angle of view. Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. I bought this smaller sized can of stain and fully completely three projects with this one little can! This is one coat, on a sanded surface. If none of these suit your tastes, don’t worry. On the mirror, she added One Step Paint in Black for detail and Silver Embellishing Wax on the hardware. I discovered that while my doors were solid wood, the sides of the cabinet boxes were veneer, but with this stain you can't tell they aren't solid high end wood. Compare; Find My Store. 96. Using Pre-Stain Conditioner on Softwoods . Amy used Gel Stain, Cracked Gesso, Milk Paint, Antiquing Glaze, Wax, and Dust of Ages to get this look. 4.3 out of 5 stars 138. I had two nightstands that I bought at a garage sale. This stuff is amazing, it even covers all that flat pack laminate furniture. I put a lot of time into this as we will be sending it to the Philippines along with a bunch of other things to family. If you do want to use a water based stain, I suggest filling the grain with a darker water based filler first. Search for answers. The benefits of a water based wood filler is that it dries much faster and clean up is much simpler than the oil based filler above. $15.79 $ 15. I used the COFFEE gel stain, and applying a white chalk paint to the rest of the table. Should have wiped after 1 minute. You’ll know this kind of a stain by how thin and watery they are. Your mahogany woodworking project will benefit greatly if you fill the grain first, and you’ll notice the difference between a finish with the grain filled and one without the grain filled. Varnish should be reduced with mineral spirits or turpentine to serve as a pre-stain conditioner. The top still looked a little lighter than the rest. How did I start using water as a wood conditioner? I needed 2 of these containers for 2 coats on the outside/inside cabinet doors, the cabinet trim edges, and the cabinet kick plates as well as the cabinet sides. Minwax 70007 Wood Stain Oil Base, Red Mahogany, 1 Quart (Pack of 4) $39.96 $ 39. To reduce blotching you need to apply a wood conditioner or sanding sealer before applying stain. Gel stain has its place — on a piece of raw mahogany is, arguably, not it. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. The gel stain has muddied the grain of that piece of mahogany. Classic Water-Based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner is a pre-staining step made for use on interior wood projects before finishing with a water-based stain. A wood conditioner is used for pre-staining wood before finishing to prevent it from uneven and irregular stains. Attached before and after pics of my front door. Both have a lacquer topcoat. The video above demonstrates how to fill grain, stain and dye to achieve the following looks and colors in mahogany. So I finished the rest of the cabinet waiting only 1 minute. Omg this stain works miracles!!! A pre-stain wood conditioner plays an essential role in making even the surface of the wood. Subscribe to get woodworking tips and deals sent to your inbox, plus get a $10 coupon on your next order! Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2016, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 14, 2019, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 26, 2019, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2020, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 2, 2016, Brands related to this category on Amazon, Delivers uniform color evenly on wood and non-wood surfaces. I sanded the tops really well because they were really bad. So anyway, that was the whole process. . Apply the topcoat of choice. But prior to the introduction of such products this wasn't impossible, the same result was achieved by using something the woodworker prepared himself, e.g. I even had to do multiple coats because I was covering up old furniture. Please try again later. Let it dry for about 5 minutes, the scrape it off moving across or diagonal to the grain. If you do want to use a water based stain, I suggest filling the grain with a darker water based filler first. Today on #GetThisLook, get this Chippy Barnwood Painted Finish. Manufacturer’s warranty can be requested from customer service. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Amazon has encountered an error. Absorb these three techniques, you might find them useful for your woodworking projects. Error posting question. Left to right: Zar oil stain “Merlot” color; Old Masters Penetrating Oil Stain ‘Dark Mahogany” color; Old Masters Gel Stain “Cherry” color. So that’s one product you can use, and it’s easy to work with. We love this. The sample above is finished off with another 3 coats of Zinsser SealCoat, sanded between each one with 220 grit. But don’t worry, achieving this color isn’t as hard as it may seem. So there’s no way to make a definitive declaration about the best finish for mahogany. Amazing job!! Try not to let the dye pool up anywhere (wipe it if does pool), Let it dry, then lightly sand with a fine grit sanding sponge to knock down raised grain and to even out the color a bit. Remember, finishes sell furniture! And then it’s sprayed with 3 coats of lacquer, also sanded between each coat. Minwax Gel Stain is specifically designed to give you full control over the staining process and help you achieve beautiful results. As you can see, I posted pictures of the kitchen table and charted my progress of it. Get it as soon as Tue, Nov 19. Gel stain, for example, is most often suited for creating a wood grain appearance on fiberglass doors. Very happy with the product. For each color I tried several pre-finishing steps including: Sanding the wood sample followed by applying the stain. “The label on my can of Minwax Wood Conditioner instructs me to apply the stain ‘within two hours’ – well before the wood conditioner has cured. Shop tools and home improvement products from startups on Amazon Launchpad. This is one coat, on a sanded surface. Mix Old Masters Woodgrain Filler with a dark brown oil stain. After staining mahogany (and after it dries! I had just bought a house and the door they had was contractor grade beige and all scratched up. Your question might be answered by sellers, manufacturers, or customers who bought this product. Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2020. Repeat dye & sanding until you’re happy with the shade. Amazon's Choice recommends highly rated and well-priced products. 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