Our wood dye can be used on doors, windows, skirtings, flooring, kitchen units. worktops, beams, all types of furniture, wood panelling for a few examples.
How to apply Parr’s natural wood dye
Wood Preparation All unfinished wood pieces should be prepared by sanding to a 320 grit before applying our wood dye, we also recommend all sanding dust is removed.
Application Our wood dye can be applied by cloth, brush or mini foam roller. Please shake the bottle well prior to use to ensure a uniform colour. Apply liberally in the direction of the wood grain ensuring an even coat is applied. As the dye is water based the wood grain will be slightly raised once dry. The wood will need a light rub with 320g sandpaper being careful not to apply too much pressure and remove any colour. Apply a second coat of our wood dye. When dry the wood can be sealed and finished with wood oils , waxes or varnish.
We recommend the use of protective gloves and eye wear to prevent staining and once finished all application tools can be cleaned with water.
Sample colour has been completed on pine, please be aware different types of woods( hardwoods and other softwoods) the shade may be lighter or darker.
Colour reproduction is therefore dependant on wood type and also location as natural and artificial lighting can alter the shade slightly. All online colour samples and hard printing are reproduces as accurately as we can.
Parr's water based dyes are a matt finish when dry and recommend finishing with one of our natural wood finishes which will enhance the colour and grain.
Danish Oil, Beeswax Oil, Hardwax Oil, Varnish Oil, Beeswax Polish or our natural French Polish are examples.
Please also note when a finish like oil or varnish is applied the shade will also go darker.