Lockwood Dyes .... make poplar look like cherry.

You might have to experiment with sealer coats on the poplar though.  And 
you might have to experiment to decide whether you use water or oil based 
dyes.  that usually depends upon your top coat finish.  Meaning you can't 
use an oil dye and then an oil top coat.

Google "lockwood dyes" and you will get a number of wholesale (manufacturer)
and retail sources.

These dyes are excellent quality, reasonably priced and work well.  Remember
though -- a little does go a long way.  And if you use water based dyes, use
steam distilled water to avoid any mineral and/or chemical contamination.

Best of luck.

Matt Prusik

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tony Zaffuto" 
To: 
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:05 PM
Subject: [OldTools] poplar

> I'm constructing a "cigar bar" for my daughter's upcoming wedding.  Bottom
> is traditional frame & panel, already painted a "colonial blue".  The top
> will be constructed of poplar, mainly because I'm not sure if the bar will
> have any use after the reception, so I don't want to sacrifice the cherry
> or
> walnut I have squirrel away.
>
> Anyhow, I looking to this list for some finishing suggestions to make the
> poplar look "cherry" like!  I've been thinking of an aniline dye and some
> sort of film top coat.  Any suggestions or warnings?  I also apologize for
> this post for being a bit "off topic".
>
> Thanks!
>
> T.Z.
>
>
>
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