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I dyed an East Indian Rosewood bridge black to match the Blackwood fretboard before gluing it on*. The bridge is now glued to the top. What are some ways to "fix" that dye into the wood. I'm not crazy about TruOil - up to 40% mystery oil..... *I did a sample on rosewood with 4 different "dyes" and they were all stable, would not rub off with paper towel, naptha or mineral spirt. I went with the TransTInt. I did not however test with…

I picked up a few samples of the Hard Wax Oil from LED Coating Solutions. I wondered if anyone has experience with this product, specifically with mixing liquid dyes to customize the finish. I'd prefer to tint the clear finishes as needed instead of buying so many samples (they are a bit pricey). Let me know. Thanks!

Has anyone had any experience using a color dye in TruOil? And if so, how did it work for you? I have been dying an electric bass body with Rit black dye, but once the TruOil started going on, the color started moving around leaving lighter spots. Any thoughts or advice?

I tried a lot with 50s Cherry and Walnut Stains and ended with the WD Lockwood alcohol soluble dyes. Does anyone know what is the right color on the 50s Cherry and Walnut stains? Or do i have to mix some? Thank you

I have this 1970’s guild that had the finish burned from the cradle of a guitar stand. I am having issues with the border of the repair darkening. I sanded back the damaged area and the surrounding finish which was gummy. I used water based pore filler as a starter, a few sealer coats, and then clear coats (one of the coats with some dyes). Any suggestions at how to get this looking better?