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Dying wood

Jonathan - 4-13-2007 at 11:09 AM

Any tips on dying wood? I know nothing about it, but wanted to dye some pear wood or bass wood black to use for a bridge. Any suggestions?

Jameel - 4-13-2007 at 11:26 AM

I use India ink. Just brush it on the bare wood, let dry (few minutes) then seal with shellac. It's real black.

Jonathan - 4-13-2007 at 12:00 PM

cool. thanks!