How to stain wood?
If you take the time to prepare your wood in the right way, dyeing the wood is super easy. Some types of wood will become mottled after adding stains, so it is important to use wood care agents before using stains. Spread the stain evenly on the wood, and then wipe off the excess. After the stain is dry, add sealant to protect your wood. Check carefully whether your wood care agents, stains, and sealants are compatible so that you will get beautifully stained wood. Choosing stains and care agents Choose mutually compatible dyes and care agents. This means that they should all have the same foundation. If you choose an oil-based colorant like Varathane, you need to choose an oil-based conditioner and sealant. Water-based colorants require water-based products to cooperate. Choose oily colorants and care agents to enhance the color of the wood. Oil-based colorants are the most popular, and they are usually the easiest to apply to wood. They can also penetrate deepest into the wood, giv