Before talking about how to choose the right stain, you need to at least know what it is all about. So, the stain is a tinting liquid, with the help of which the color of wood, plywood, furniture, chipboard, fiberboard, MDF is changed. Sometimes instead of the word "stain" one can hear the popular name "stain". Stains are divided according to the place of use into internal and external. The indoor ones are used indoors, and the outdoor ones are used for facade works. Distinctive feature external stains is the presence of a special pigment that protects the composition from ultraviolet rays and, as a result, burnout. In fact, there are no other differences. site
In addition to indoor / outdoor classification, stains can be distinguished, differing in composition. So, stains can be alcohol, solvent, water-borne, nitro, wax or oil base. Some stains are applied with a brush and some with a spray gun. These are different compositions. Stains can be prepared at the factory, or they can be produced in the form of a powder, which, after contact with water, turns into a tinting liquid.
Before choosing a stain, you need to decide what exactly will be tinted. If, for example, you are going to process a dining table or a crib, then the composition must be safe, that is, it must contain a minimum amount of volatile compounds. Best of all, if they are not included in the composition at all. These stains include wax, oil and water-borne varieties. On top of these products, you can apply a layer of varnish, regardless of its composition. Also, you can use wax or oil with added wax. There is no layer conflict in this case.
Alcohol stains can likewise be supplied in finished or powdered form. But this case has its own peculiarities. Alcohol stain is convenient for processing doors and furniture, but it is better not to use them for stairs and parquet. If the hand trembles, an unpleasant stain will form on the product to be painted. And you will have to re-sand and re-apply. In general, make sure no one is in the way when applying the stain. It is better to apply the alcohol composition with a spray gun (spray), which will help to guarantee a more or less acceptable result. We would recommend purchasing a ready-made composition. Powder stain should only be thinned with 96% alcohol. But it is not a fact that the alcohol that you purchase for these purposes will turn out to be exactly 96 percent. Therefore, eliminate the risk and purchase a ready-made alcohol stain.
But oil and wax stains can be used anywhere, and absolutely any tool can be used to apply them. These stains can cost more, but their convenience is undeniable. They are great for touch-up and restorations without leaving any signs of wear. additional work... Another one important feature- absolute environmental Safety such compositions.
Rules for toning wood with wood stain.
Natural color parquet boards or wood flooring itself is quite attractive. But sometimes there is a need or a simple desire to create a new one. color scheme for floors, furniture or parquet. This can be done using a special colored stain.
The application of the stain should be preceded by the preparation of the wood. First, the wood must not contain cover. It is optimal to use the stain on the new board. If the coating is still present, it is completely removed by sanding. Remember that even a new board will need to be sanded with 180-230 sandpaper, which will help open any wood pores that remain open for half an hour. It is during these 30 minutes that you have to do the main work on using the stain. If you are late, the pores will close and the compound will not be able to penetrate deep enough into the tree. Sanding is carried out along the wood grain.
The stain can be either ready-made or water-borne. If you got the powder version, then the color solution must be done in strict accordance with the instructions. For wood stains, you need to mix hot water and powder, stir additionally after two minutes and use the stain on the surface. Before applying the stain, moisten the wooden surface with water using a napkin or sponge, and then sand again. Only then we take up the brush. By the way, it is better to take a round brush with Chinese bristles. Make sure that no lint is coming out of it, otherwise hairs will remain on the surface.
So, apply the stain with a brush. We do not regret the composition, we apply abundantly, along the fibers. The layer should be flat. If irregularities occur, spots may form. Fortunately, wood pre-treated with water will greatly facilitate your task in this direction. When the first layer of stain dries up (2-3 hours), you can apply the composition in a second layer, resulting in systematic mixing. The second coat can be applied in a different color for a unique effect.
The stain of these companies has an excellent composition, including the smallest pigments. This ensures that there are no stains when toning. The stain will easily go into all the fibers and channels of the wood, providing a virtually natural aesthetics that does not contain a single gram of artificiality. Color shade will look extremely natural.
Wood tinting with rustic stain.
We would like to tell you about a rustic stain, which was developed taking into account the modern design features of the arrangement and processing of wooden floors. Stain or stain is useful when you want to create a rustic aesthetic for wooden floors using the most common materials. Rustic aesthetics mean the accentuation of the natural wood structure, which is especially impressive when processing oak floors. Rustic stain allows you to give your wooden floor different color shades.
Rustic stain is sold ready-to-use, so you can use it right out of the box. Sand the wood floor to open all the pores in the wood for 30 minutes. Shake the contents of the jar, open it and apply the stain with a natural bristle brush, making sure it doesn't stick. The stain will pass through all wood channels and pores of the floorboard. Spot is a product the highest quality, as a result of which you will get an excellent result. The composition will lay on the wood as evenly as possible, without leaving stains. In addition to directly tinting the wood with a rustic stain, it is necessary to make finishing. Additional processing help ease further care behind a wooden floor.
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Wood stain, what do you know about this liquid that can turn the cheapest wood into an expensive "oak" or "rosewood"? Staining provides color without creating a film on the surface. Due to this, the tree retains its natural texture and naturalness.
Classification of wood stains
The huge group of staining agents can be divided into 4 categories:
- aquatic,
- alcohol,
- nitro-stains,
- oil.
What to choose?
Aquatic
I love them for the ability to get a whole rainbow of colors and shades, ease of use and ease of mixing without unexpected results. Oh yeah, another absence bad smell and drying speed. The last two points will be relevant for those who plan to handle a small thing, such as a box, at home.
Water-based stains can be truly water-based and dry. The latter require dilution with warm water.
It will take about 12-14 hours to completely dry the surface, is that a lot? Patience, my friend, in working with wood, haste is contraindicated! The peculiarity of the composition is its ability to lift wood fibers, as a result, processing will be required sandpaper.
In the water group, resin-based acrylic compounds stand out. From personal observations I can say that the color obtained during their application does not fade or wash out.
And the disadvantage- a fairly high price.
Alcohol
Alcohol stain - an alcoholic solution of aniline dyes. Advantages: deep penetration of dyes into the structure of the wood, which gives bright and rich shades and a speed of drying, after 20–40 minutes the alcohol evaporates and the surface becomes suitable for further processing.
Such a drying speed puts forward its own requirements for application. It is necessary to work with the composition quickly, as accurately and accurately as possible, otherwise you will have to get acquainted with spots and smudges.
If you have a large surface to treat, use a spray gun to apply the stain. It will help you get an even color.
Nitro-stains
Can be called relatives of alcohol stains. Due to the presence of a solvent in the composition, they are as similar as possible in characteristics to the latter.
Oil
Linseed oil acts as a base.
Advantages: uniform application, no smudges and stains. In addition, this composition does not raise wood fibers. For self-application, you can use a wide brush, spray gun or even a rag. Drying time is 2 to 4 hours.
Riding on a rainbow
Having dealt with the classification, let's look at the colors that can be obtained using wood stain. The first rule that I made from bitter personal experience is that the same name on the package does not guarantee you will get the same result.
Larch (Tsaritsyn Paints) is a pleasant brownish-pinkish color, while Novbytkhim believes that the color should be pale yellow.
How do you choose a color? Neither the name nor the label is your friend, be guided by the paint samples that the manufacturer offers. But even here a catch may await you - the final result is influenced by the structure of the wood, density and original color.
Painted pine will be an order of magnitude lighter than mahogany, but darker than maple. How so? Pine is a porous and soft wood that perfectly absorbs pigment, while maple is hard and dense.
The texture of the wood is also important. For example, oak is colored extremely unevenly (but beautifully) due to the fact that the paint penetrates into the veins faster and more intensely, while the main part remains lighter.
How to paint?
In due time I spent useful experience on the use different methods applying stain. And now I can say with confidence that there is no universal way.
If your goal is coverage large area, use a spray gun with a nozzle no larger than 1.5 mm. The tool is universal, suitable for water, alcohol and nitromillocks. The latter are extremely difficult to apply with a brush, since the composition dries quickly.
Stain on water based"Friendly" with a wide brush and rags. A few more words about brushes:
- natural - for oil formulations;
- synthetic - for water-soluble.
If this is your first time staining wood with your own hands or the composition is unfamiliar to you, be sure to carry out a test staining. This will allow you to understand how deeply the composition penetrates into a particular wood and how intense the color is.
The first layer is applied to the entire surface of the sample, the second - 2/3, the third - 1/3. Such a "rainbow" is covered with 2-3 layers of varnish, after drying of which it is possible to draw final conclusions about the appropriateness of use of this type and stain colors.
How to starve and not get overwhelmed
| Stage | Instructions and recommendations |
| Preparatory | The work of the preparatory stage depends on the coverage:
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| Basic | Before application, the stain is slightly warmed up, thereby increasing its penetrating power. A brush / foam pad / rag is moistened with stain and applied along the fibers. Thus, 2–4 layers are applied until the desired shade is obtained. |
| Final | After drying, the surface is treated with sandpaper (except for staining with oil stain) and covered with several layers of varnish. |
It is better to imitate ebony on pear, birch, beech, alder and ash. You can get a believable "nut" on alder, linden and birch.
Yourself with a mustache
Liquid for tinting wood can be prepared by yourself. Our hands are not for boredom, so we start home magic.
Natural pigments. In this category, I will include plant components that can color wood with high quality and give a durable result.
- If you have a small item in your work (for example, a box) made of light wood, paint it with a decoction of onion peels.
- Birch and oak can be turned into mahogany with a decoction of larch bark.
- A cold brown shade is obtained by decoction of the powder made from the shell walnut... Soda is added to the strained liquid before use.
- Black natural "stain" is obtained from a decoction of alder or oak bark.
Chemical pigments... For outdoor work, you can use chemical stains made from potassium permanganate, Glaubert's salt, and copper sulfate.
- Potassium permanganate gives the wood a cherry color. To do this, 50 grams of potassium permanganate is diluted in a liter of water and applied with a brush, the remains are removed with a damp sponge.
- Juice wolf berries+ baking soda = light blue.
- Wolfberry juice + glaubertic salt = scarlet.
- Wolfberry juice + copper sulfate= brown.
Summing up
The best stain is an extremely vague concept, defined by goals and desired results. For some, it will be acrylic, for others - oil, covering a massive door. Anyway, staining wood is a great way to add color to it while maintaining such a warm natural texture.
Using in home interior wood, you think about how long it will last. The answer depends on whether you know how to choose stains and varnishes for internal works on wood. It is worth considering further use: for furniture, choose non-toxic compounds, for the floor - resistant to abrasion.
Choosing a mixture according to the type of surface and its further use
Each surface has its own characteristics and risks of damage. To preserve the tree and preserve its beauty, you need to carefully choose the composition of the mixture covering it.
The coating can have the following properties:
- toxicity - the safest ones are made on the basis of water, wax and oils. Nitro and polyurethane varnishes are applied in a respirator;
- drying speed - alcohol-based formulations dry the fastest (almost instantly). Varnishes and stains on water and nitro varnishes are slightly inferior to them (about three hours). Oil solutions dry the longest (at least a day);
- the ability to prime small irregularities and porous wood - they are conditionally divided into ready-made self-priming compounds, nitro varnishes with a large solid residue and varnishes with the addition of a filler;
- wear resistance - the most resistant to any damage polyurethane varnish, but with careless use, it tightly glues the strips. The most unstable nitrocellulose;
- fire resistance - ready-made fire-resistant varnishes. Fire resistance directly depends on the thickness of the layer;
- no smell - there is no fuse in acrylic varnishes and water-based stains. The smell from epoxy and oil compounds disappears up to three days.
They differ in the type of application:
- with a brush - viscous compositions based on oil, resins and wax are applied;
- spray gun - a mixture based on alcohol and water.
We select a stain for interior work with wood
The first thing that interests any person is what visual effect the stain will give, and they are repelled from it, choosing the composition.
Selection by visual effect
Wood staining with wood stain is used not only as decorative coating, sometimes toning hides the mistakes of previous experiments or helps to achieve an even color for a porous wood product. Powder stains are used for toning, mixing them with a solution to which a pigment is added.
If you are a follower of old technologies, use organic dyes, they will retain color for centuries. Their color scheme is more meager, but if you have a recipe, you can create the same shade after decades.
Using herbal ingredients, you can achieve the following shades:
- red - a decoction of larch bark or onion husks;
- brown - nutshell powder with the addition of soda. If you need a rich color, mix willow and oak bark, alder catkins and walnuts shells, boil the tincture with the addition of soda on this composition;
- gray - after applying the stain with nut broth, soak the surface with vinegar;
- black - with the addition of a decoction of oak or alder bark;
- yellow - mix the decoction of the barberry root with alum and boil;
- scarlet - a composition of wolf berry juice and Glauber's salt;
- blue - juice of wolf berries with the addition of soda;
- green - potash with wolf berry juice.
Powder stain is diluted with a decoction and applied as if diluted with water.
Colorless stain to enhance the natural beauty of wood
This category includes all types of wood stains, no additives. True, they shade the color of the boards a little. This is due to the type of wood - on dense wood the natural color will remain, and in the porous structure it will become darker by several tones.
Antique rustic stain
There are two ways to get this effect. Buying a ready-made composition with increased percolation into deep layers or applying a regular stain on a sanded surface and then removing it on convex areas. To enhance the contrast, walk along the grain of the wood metal brush, then the softer areas will become deeper and darker.
Compositions for multi-colored application
They are used to obtain the color “Arctic oak”, “bleached oak” and other variants with bleaching. For work, purchase a water-based stain with white pigment, oil stain and wax. The first layer is applied for bleaching, and the second with a mixture of stain with the addition of melted wax. The excess is removed with a rag. The oil is absorbed into the veins, accentuating the wood structure.
Not all solvents are universal, some are not suitable for a nursery, but they are indispensable for parquet processing. Before purchasing a compound, decide where it will be used.
Which breeding base is right for you:
- alcohol - resistant to ultraviolet light, does not require additional protection varnish;
- oil - perfect option beginners without special tool, environmentally friendly and abrasion resistant;
- wax - not suitable for further coating with polyurethane and two-component acid-curing varnish;
- nitro - applied with a spray gun due to moodiness and frequent stains;
- water - requires sanding after application due to the lifting of the fibers.
It is better to purchase several types than spoil the product in pursuit of savings.
Protecting wood with varnish
Stain is not able to protect the wood from contact with other objects, therefore, after it has completely dried, it is recommended to varnish the product.
Desired effect at the end of the work:
- glossy - looks good in rooms with poor lighting, giving the surface depth. In a brightly lit room, it creates a mirror-like shine that hides the beauty of the wood;
- matte - retains its natural look;
- mother-of-pearl - during the play of light, an internal flicker appears;
- tinted - with the addition of pigment to change the shade.
When applying pearlescent and tinted varnish, do not forget that color saturation depends on the number of coats.
Types of varnishes
Like wood stain, varnishes have different bases, some of them emit toxic substances during operation and require long airing.
They are divided into the following types:
- alcohol - most often used for small items by restorers or during processing musical instruments;
- water soluble - odorless and not afraid detergents suitable for children's furniture;
- oil - used to cover the floor, set off wood yellow;
- alkyd - glyphthalic and pentaphthalic synthetic resin is used as a base;
- polyester - suitable for items with frequent use, form protective film... Withstand not only washing, but also the ingress of reagents;
- epoxy - the same resistant as polyester, but with a faster drying rate;
- polyurethane - one of the most resistant, most often cover parquet in in public places and yachts;
- acrylic - used for processing children's toys and furniture, the safest for health.
When mixing, make sure that the components of the stain and varnish do not conflict, but it is better to apply them separately. The varnish prevents the stain from penetrating into the wood, so such experiments end up with ugly dark stains and spots on the surface.
Staining wood is a great way to accentuate the structure and beauty of wood and at the same time give the elements a unique shade. Wood stain, the color range of which is varied, does not create an opaque film on the surface, unlike paints and varnishes.
It impregnates wood and gives it a noble shade. In addition, the impregnation protects the surface from the growth of microbes, moisture and fungus.
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Purpose of stain
The main purpose of this material is to enhance the beauty of the wood. Stain shades obtained by the interaction of wood with a substance are so diverse that any old thing will sparkle with new colors.
There are several types of wood stains with a different base, which determines the individual properties of the material.
Types of compositions
Stain is a material that can be divided into 2 types: for indoor and outdoor use. In the second case, manufacturers introduce special pigments into the material that do not allow it to fade in the sun.
The material can be gel, powder or ready-made solution. The composition of impregnations is:
- water,
- acrylic,
- oil,
- alcohol,
- wax,
- chemical.
Each of these types has advantages and disadvantages that are worth considering in detail.
Water based
This impregnation is the most demanded and widespread material with a large colors... Water stains for wood are commercially available in the form of a ready-made compound or a powder that must be diluted with water.
Advantages:
- non-toxicity;
- various colors (shades from light to deep dark);
- ease of application and low material consumption;
- low cost.
But there is one significant drawback - it is impossible to protect the wood from moisture, since the material will raise the fibers. This disadvantage can be fought: after applying the impregnation, the expanded fibers are processed with sandpaper, after which they are re-processed. If you want to preserve the structure of the wood, then after the first application of the stain, you can cover the surface with a colorless varnish.
Note! Long drying of the plane after using the stain can be considered a minor drawback.
Based on acrylic resins
Modern innovative material- impregnations made on the basis of acrylic resins. These formulations are represented by an emulsion, which has several advantages:
- ease of application,
- good protection of wood from external influences and moisture,
- large range of colors,
- resistance to fading,
- low material consumption.
There is only one drawback of acrylic stain - high cost.
Oil based
In the manufacture of these products, the pigment dissolves in oil, while the shade of the material can be any. Positive sides the material has a lot:
Among the shortcomings, one can single out long time drying and low toxicity.
It should be noted that these impregnations are applied very thin layer.
Alcohol based
Aniline dye, it is dissolved in denatured alcohol. You can buy alcohol stain for wood in the form of a powder or solution.
The advantage of this material is its quick drying. This is important when applied topically, when the weather can change at any moment.
In addition, the impregnation protects the wood from moisture and sunlight.
Cons of material:
- Specific pungent odor. Ensure good ventilation during interior work.
- Absorbs quickly into wood. This will complicate the work, and stains may appear on the surface.
- Application with a spray gun, brush or roller. It is impossible to get a uniformly colored surface.
Wax based
Wax wood stain was recently developed, but many consumers have already appreciated its benefits. It is easy to apply, effectively protects against moisture and at the same time is an environmentally friendly product.
Based on the above, you can decide which stain better fit for a tree, based on their requirements and preferences.
How to choose a color scheme
How to choose the color of the stain? The most the best option is the application of the composition on small area wood. It should be noted that on different surfaces the color of the impregnation will look different. If a colorless wood stain is used, the structure and color of the wood is retained when the protective layer is obtained.
If it is not possible to apply material to a small area, then it is worth considering the following nuances:
- The name of the tone. Usually manufacturers write the color of the stain based on international classification, however, the saturation and depth on different woods will be different.
- Type of wood. After absorbing the composition, the tree can become a completely unusual shade.
- The quality of the stain. It is worth remembering that the result of staining with materials from different manufacturers will not be the same. Give preference to only trusted manufacturers well known in the market.
- The density of the composition. If the material is liquid, then you will not get a rich and deep color during processing, since the impregnation will be strongly absorbed into the wood.
If stain is required large area, then it is worth buying material from one manufacturer, otherwise you may not get the desired color. Wood staining is the easiest way to renovate wooden products... It depends on which manufacturer produces the composition, what are the colors of the stain in the shade range.
Material application technology
Applying wood stain to the surface of wood is usually not difficult, but the work requires accuracy and a competent approach. In order for the material to lay evenly and the consumption is small, it is important to know the nuances of application.
Stain application options
There are several ways to apply the stain:
- Spraying. This is the most effective method... The material lays down evenly, while a deep saturated color is obtained over the entire surface. Using a spray gun will help to avoid smudges and unpainted areas.
- Trituration. The composition is rubbed on porous wood with a rag. Thanks to this method of application, ordinary wood products acquire a noble oak shade. It is necessary to rub the composition very carefully, so the use of quick-drying wood stains should be excluded.
- Sponge or roller application. The method is suitable for processing small surfaces. By covering the cut of wood with a sponge, you can get great color and a protective shield.
- Brush application. This is a common method as the tool is easy to use and the impregnation is applied evenly. The master can highlight the natural wood ornament and show the drawing in a more advantageous way.
The way the stain is applied depends on the type of material and the professional skills of the master. Often the method of application can be found in the instructions for the material written on the label.
Application rules
It doesn't matter how many times the surface is coated. The main thing is to adhere to a certain technique and take into account the nuances:
- Do not apply the stain on the same spot several times, otherwise dark spots will be visible on the surface.
- The raised wood fibers must be cleaned off with a coarse mesh (move along the fibers).
Drying time for alcohol solutions is a maximum of 3 hours, for oil solutions - 3 days.
Important! The rules for applying oak stain are the same for both external and internal work. When using alcohol compositions, it is worth remembering about safety measures, since the solution is very toxic.
Surface tinting - step by step instructions
Surface tinting is carried out in the following order:
- The wood is cleaned from the old coating, all uneven areas are cleaned off with sandpaper.
- The stain prepared according to the instructions is poured into the bath.
- A small amount of the composition is collected on the tool and evenly distributed over the surface.
- The material is not applied immediately in a thick layer, since the consumption of stain will be high, and the coating will be of poor quality.
Coating flaws and their elimination
Defects appeared during the application of the impregnation? There are several tricks to fix them without repainting the surface.
It is not difficult to fix a leak on wood if you find it before the surface is completely dry. Apply a little impregnation and clean the area with a rag. If the impregnation is already dry, the drip can be removed with a plane or sandpaper.
No matter how smoothly you apply the material, stains can form - the whole reason is in the wood, which absorbs the composition unevenly. In this case, the surface must be treated with a plane and covered with a gel impregnation, which is not absorbed into the wood and lays down evenly.
Useful video: how to choose a wood stain
Now you know what wood stain is and what it is for. And using our recommendations, you can qualitatively process any wooden surface yourself.
The tree will always be popular, because it is beautiful and environmentally friendly. clean material... However, like all natural decorative elements, boards are afraid of moisture and are a favorite habitat for insects, fungi, mold and other microorganisms. To increase the lifespan of things made from tree species various protective agents and antiseptics are used. Today we will talk about such a wonderful substance as stain, with its help you can not only solve some of the problems associated with premature defeat wood materials, but also to give your products an unusual and noble appearance.
Wood is a strong and durable material that is susceptible to unfavorable factors environment, therefore, in order to protect products from it from possible damage, it is necessary to process them special means... In the construction market, you can find great amount various antiseptics, varnishes and other impregnations that change the color and some properties of wood, the most popular and inexpensive commodity is wood stain. Some people think that stains are used only to change the color of an object, but this wonderful drug has other properties.
The properties of wood stains can vary depending on their composition. However, even if you do this with your own hands, it will still have some protective properties.
Properties of wood stains:
- If you want to change not only the color of the wood, but also to highlight its texture, then the stain is just what you need. It does not completely paint over the drawing, like paint, but gives the whole product a pleasant shade.
- Staining wood will protect furniture from insects and decay, while maintaining the texture and grain of the wood.
- Stain is protective agent, which increases the durability of wooden items and is several times cheaper than varnish and paint. In addition, due to its watery consistency, it penetrates deeper into the wood structure.
- With the help of stain, you can make even an inexpensive pine stained with a colored stain look like a noble and strong oak and exotic mahogany.
- Stain tinting can lighten wood. This technique is especially often used before painting wood products.
- Impregnation with wood stain will strengthen the structure of the tree and give it a light moisture-proof property.
Not all stains have the above qualities. To understand what kind of stain you need, you need to read its composition, and see what the instructions for use say. By the way, you can handle not only whole wooden planks, but also chipboard, plywood or parquet items and other wooden crafts.
Water based wood stain and alcohol stains
Water-based stains are the most sustainable stains. They do not have a strong unpleasant odor and are easy to use.
This product can be sold as dry or ready-mix. Such dyes are most popular due to their low price and the possibility of their use, both for indoor and outdoor work.
The main characteristics of water stain:
- The colors of water-based stains are very varied. With their help, you can create a very interesting iridescent effect.
- You can use water stains without fear for your health. Even with the most high temperatures, such products do not emit harmful vapors.
- If you decide to experiment and ask the question: "What kind of stain to choose so that it can be washed off?" - then the water stain is what you need. This tinting agent can be easily washed off with water, so it is not possible to paint the floor with it.
- Tinting wooden surface with such a tool, it makes its texture more visible. Unfortunately, this makes the product more sensitive to moisture, so it will need to be varnished.
It is highly undesirable to tint resinous tree species with such impregnation, as ugly stains can appear on them. For such products, it is better to use alcohol impregnation.
How long does alcohol impregnation dry? Almost a few seconds! This property is both an advantage and a disadvantage. Thanks to it, you can cover the butt of a sports rifle with an alcohol stain and use it in a few minutes, however, a large area can only be stained with a spray gun, otherwise the surface of the product will be covered with unpleasant stains and stains, even varnish will not help fix the situation. Consists of alcohol impregnation of alcohol and dyes.
Processing wood with such an impregnation will make it more resistant to ultraviolet radiation and high humidity... However, due to the unpleasant smell of such a product, work with it is possible only in an open space.
Benefits of oil-based stains and wax and acrylic stains
Oil-based stain has a wide range of colors and shades. It costs more than water stains, but also useful properties she has more. Such a preparation can be used not only to change the color of the product, but also to emphasize its texture.
It is easy and convenient to treat wood with an oil-based stain, it is applied in a thin layer and does not raise the fibers of the product. Also, this tinting does not fade under the influence of sunlight, makes the tree resistant to temperature extremes and protects it from moisture. Oil stains can be removed with White Spirit Thinner or to lighten painted wood a little. It differs from compositions with similar properties in that no varnish is needed to fix it. The disadvantages of staining with oil include: long drying of the tinting and its toxicity.
It is very important to find the stain of a responsible and conscientious manufacturer. Judging by the reviews, the most popular firms are Vartan, Latek, Novbytkhim and Herlak.
Acrylic and wax stains are very easy to apply, they lay in a uniform layer and do not leave stains or streaks. However, due to the rapid drying of such stains, you need to work with them very quickly.
Wax stain is used to protect wood from moisture. It can be used to process parquet. This stain is not resistant to mechanical damage, therefore, in order to extend its service life, it is better to use varnish.
Acrylic, it is also rustic, the stain perfectly emphasizes the texture of the wood. With its help, you can get the most different shades which is why this drug is so popular. A tree painted with such a stain will still need to be opened with several layers of varnish.
Wood stain colors
Wood stains differ not only in composition, they come in different colors and shades. Most often, a dark mixture is used, it gives the products a more noble look. With the help of these wood stains, ordinary larch and maple can be turned into oak planks.
Modern stains can give wood the most unusual shade. However, to this day, the most popular is the range of natural wood flowers.
The most popular color range of wood stains:
- Pine;
- Birch;
- Bleached walnut;
- Plum; Red tree;
- Olive;
- Rosewood;
There are a lot of such examples. At the same time, it is noteworthy that the names of the same shade from different companies can be very different. When choosing a stain color, first of all, do not pay attention to color palette, which is printed on the packaging, and the samples are printed on birch boards.
It is also important to consider that the intensity of the color of the stain depends on the type of wood to which it is applied. Darkening a piece if the wood is light can be more difficult than darkening an oak piece. Non-aqueous stain will not paint over well enough pine board, if it is not first demineralized, but water-based stains are generally unsuitable for resinous tree species.
White wood stain
You don't have to paint to make your furniture white. For such work, a lightening stain is also suitable, which will not only make the product lighter, but also emphasize its structure.
Wood stain is intended not only to give the product a lighter shade, but also to protect it from the adverse conditions of the surrounding world. It is very important to consider when considering different types of such a product, how and on what you will apply it. If there is a risk that moisture will spill onto the surface of the bleached object, then it is best to use wax, oil and acrylic preparations, but if your craft will be in a dry and ventilated place, then a water stain will do.
With the help of a white stain, you can achieve a very interesting effect and make an aged finish. It must first be painted with wood stain. white water-based, after it dries, the item must be brushed with a stiff brush. A dark colored wax or oil stain is rubbed into the pores formed on the wood.
When using water stain, do not forget about protective layer... The painted product must be treated with wax or oil.
Light stains do not always have a pronounced color. There is a colorless stain, which is applied exclusively to protect the tree from adverse natural factors.
How to make a stain with your own hands
It is not necessary to buy a ready-made stain. By mixing dyes, such as coffee, a few drops of iodine or shavings of black bark, and some chemical elements, it can be made at home. Homemade stain is not only effective, it's also natural.
- Boil a glass of larch bark in a glass of water. The resulting product can be used to cover birch products, it will give them a beautiful reddish tint.
- Grind dried walnut shells into powder and boil for ten minutes. The resulting broth must be mixed with soda. Cover the light wood with the solution and it will take on a brown tint. If you want to change the color of the product, you can treat it with vinegar or potassium dichromate. In the first case, the shade will be gray, and in the second, red.
- With custard tea or coffee, you can give the wood different shades. The intensity of the colors depends on the strength of the brew.
- With a solution of potassium permanganate, you will paint the product cherry color.
- A red hue can be achieved by soaking rusty nails in vinegar for several days. Black stain is obtained by adding a decoction of oak or walnut leaves to a vinegar solution.
Stains are made on their own quite often. They turn out to be environmentally friendly and harmless. Unfortunately, they all tend to fade, so to preserve the color of the product, a layer of varnish must be applied over the stain.
Wood staining with wood stain: step by step instructions
To make the product look neat and beautiful, you need to cover it with stain correctly. If the stain is applied poorly, it can fade in a few weeks; also, if you do not follow the staining technology, you risk getting the surface covered with streaks.
How to properly stain objects:
- First of all, it is necessary to remove the layer from the surface of the product. old paint... This can be done using sandpaper.
- Further, the surface is degreased with alcohol, White spirit or gasoline. If the product is made of resinous tree species, then it is de-resinous.
- The stain is heated and applied in a thin layer to the surface of the product. The top of the item is processed first. Layers are applied from above, one on top of the other, until the desired shade is achieved.
After the stain has dried, the product must be covered with several layers of varnish. Before applying a new layer, the dried varnish is treated with fine-grained sandpaper.
Wood stain (video)
Stain is a great way to replace one wood color with another. Such funds are different types, they can have different compositions and colors. Use the stain correctly and you'll be rewarded with a beautiful piece.