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Main Discussion Area => Around the Campfire => Topic started by: Thesquirrelslinger on August 08, 2013, 07:51:52 pm

Title: WARNING on red oak and certian stains...
Post by: Thesquirrelslinger on August 08, 2013, 07:51:52 pm

i wanted to warn you guys in case none of you have tried this yet- red oak+ vinegar+steel wool= black wood. it looks wicked awesome though. 
i will post pics of the bow once i seal it w/ urathane.

Title: Re: WARNING on red oak and certian stains...
Post by: Cameroo on August 12, 2013, 01:22:21 pm

What color were you expecting?   ;)

Vinegar and steel wool (AKA vinegaroon) are commonly used as a black dye for leather as well.