Aniline is an organic compound with the formula C 6 H 5 NH 2.Consisting of a phenyl group attached to an amino group, aniline is the simplest aromatic amine.It is an industrially significant commodity chemical, as well as a versatile starting material for fine chemical synthesis. I’d try a very diluted wash of an aniline dye to match the aged effect of the wood itself, then I’d go for a little orange shellac … The dye doesn't just sit on the surface—it penetrates deep into the wood, permanently staining the wood and allowing the natural grain to show through. Water-soluble aniline dyes are also available, but water tends to raise the grain of the wood. Aniline DYE Powder (Water Soluble) These DYES are blended by Merit Industries and are intended for professional use only. Water-soluble powdered dyes have the longest history for use on wood. If you are using water soluble dye, the alcohol in the shellac will lift it somewhat so don't overbrush the shellac. I have had the same thing with a dark brown LV Aniline dye dissolved in … Aniline dye is the most likely candidate. (11-11-2016, 07:46 PM) motleyh Wrote: Water and oil don't mix -- you can't use an oil-based finish over a water-based dye, unless you use a barrier coat in between. Apply a sealer coat (Zinsser Sealcoat) of a shellac-based finish by wiping: flooding the surface with finish and wiping it off. Moser's® Aniline Dye Stain is a dry powder that is dissolved to produce a stain of exceptional clarity, color and grain accentuation: Normally mixed in a concentration of one ounce of stain to one quart of denatured alcohol; strain prior to use. Apply a coat of aniline dye mixed with water to the surface. I use shellac on nearly every project that passes through my shop doors. These dyes (often called aniline dyes because the first dyes were made from aniline) were developed in the late 19th century for use in coloring textiles. The dyes come in powder form and are mixed with the solvent to gain the desired intensity. They can be purchased from THESE PEOPLE. It’s easy because the dye is a concentrated liquid. ALCOHOL Soluble ANILINE DYE ANILINE ALCOHOL Wood DYE Transparent, Soluble, Penetrating ALCOHOL soluble powder dye stains are suited for repair or refinishing on all woods as well as coloring sap streaks and other dye requirements where quick drying is required. I then sprayed the water based aniline dye, a dark red mahogany J. E. Moser brand. Les Paul Guitar Forum. Shellac can be colored with anything that dissolves in alcohol. Make sure to addjust a small quantity of the stainor dye as they are highly concentrated. The dye as above – water/soap, water, acetone. As a result, dye travels wherever the solvent travels, and that’s deeper into the wood than stains. Aniline dyes are popular for creating a distressed, antique look or for producing unique colors in medallions and borders. They are often used in permanent markers and come in all colors. All colors are intermixable to produce custom shades. Absolutely. Wood Dye - Aniline Dye 5 Color Kit - Wood Stain Kit ... For use as a finish toner, simply add the dye concentrate to shellac, water-base finishes, solvent lacquers, and catalyzed varnish or lacquers. ... is going to pick up some of the dye. I just finished a walnut end table using aniline dye, unwaxed shellac, followed by 3 or more coats of Fuhr 355 acrylic varnish. Bulls Eye® Shellac is an alcohol-based solution of pure lac, a natural resin secreted by tiny insects on certain trees, mainly in India. Again per manufacturer's instructions, allowed 24 hour dry. As with any finish, test the dye first on a scrap of wood from your project before applying, following these steps: First, sand to 220 grit. Flood it on with a staining sponge, and wipe it off with shop towels. When dry they'll produce a surface that the oil finish can adhere to. OIL soluble powder dye stains are a good choice for open grained woods like oak, chestnut, elm, ash, and for pine or other resinous woods. These dyes may be finished with varnish, shellac, water based finishes, lacquers, oils or wax. You can’t ask for more! I use shellac on top of aniline dye and even on top of a coat of boiled linseed oil if I aim to highlight figured grain. Mixing the garnet with a lighter shellac, orange or blonde, will give you less color. Wood Essence is very pleased to make available to Canadian customers a metal-complex liquid dye concentrate that can be used as a bare wood Stain or as a Tint compatible with many other finishing products including lacquer, shellac and waterbased finishes. I intend to use water based aniline dyes, and shellac primarily. Each top coat will produce slightly different color result. on antique furniture, we focused on aniline dye added directly into the shellac. For use as a finish toner, simply add the dye concentrate to shellac, water-base finishes, solvent lacquers, and catalyzed varnish or lacquers. I think it is the best product for furniture because it is easy to use, can be brushed on or sprayed, and dries quickly compared to urethane. At Mountain Springs Woodcraft, aniline dye and lacquer replace turn-of-the-century fuming and shellac for the mission look. I think you are suggesting alcohol, water/soap, water, acetone? Some folks add a waterbase binder (your urethane should work) to the dye solution - 25% or so by volume - to lock down the dye from the shellac. Mix with water for an economical, non-flammable stain or with alcohol/ lacquer thinner for a fast drying, non-grain raising stain. Due to application and use conditions beyond our control, Merit cannot be held responsible for final results, nor does it guarantee light-fastness of these Dye stain products. From the original questioner: I'd suggest dyeing the wood directly, as black as it will absorb, and then mix in dye with the shellac to apply over top. If you wish to use shellac as a stain, simply take Super Blonde, which is the clearest of all grades, and mix the required alcohol based aniline dye till the desired color is achieved. A few years ago, I mixed (IIRC) Forest Green LV aniline dye in shellac and got a blue/purple colour. I had sealed the inlay with a bond shellac, 2 coats before applying the paste wood filler and before spraying the aniline dye. I first thought that the package had been mislabelled but dissoliving it in water produced the correct colour. Dye is made up of microscopic crystals that dissolve in a solvent. They offer several advantages over conventional oil-based pigment stains: far less fumes, more uniform grain penetration, fewer blotches, better bang … Gibson and Epiphone. 3. Original post on our site with additional comments: http://www.thewoodwhisperer.com/videos/you-and-dye/Its all about dye, "Wood Whisperer Style". Features: All colors are intermixable to produce custom shades Aniline dye comes as a powder that you dissolve in water, alcohol, or petroleum solvents, depending on the formulation. As a matter of fact it is a stain and a sealer all in one. J.E. I’ve mixed dyes with my topcoat before and found TransTint liquid dyes (available at any woodworking store) work best. By the end of the century, they were used in … These are the dyes that are used to make inks. Although ideal coverage over an aniline dye lacquer can never be guaranteed, the following two products have been known to minimize bleed through: 1) A stain blocking primer such as General Finishes Stain Blocker or Zinsser B-I-N. 2) A shellac seal coat will usually stop most of … To tint it history for use on wood, or petroleum solvents, depending the! 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