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   peter28 | Aug 21, 2007 04:31am | #1

   Clay,

   Nothing like being under a little pressure is there?

   Since you have the ability to spray, an NGR might be a consideration. They are dyes not stains (transparent vs. translucent) The only way to get the hang of them is to try one out. This is the reason we make samples.

   You can add trans tint to CAB lacquer if you'd like ( even the dull lacquer). You definitely need to try this technique on samples first. I tint lacquers all the time and it takes a little practice, mostly on how much color to add. I never try to get my tint all in one shot as I know I'll be doing multiple coats.

   When I make a tinted lacquer here's what I do;

   I'll take a 32 oz. plastic container, like the ones you get take out food in, and fill it about 34's of the way with lacquer. In this case using a trans tint I'll add it to my lacquer and count the drops. If I added eight drops it would be a medium tint. Add sixteen and of course the color strengthens considerably. Mix it well and check the color on a paper plate.

   Be sure and keep track of your measurements so you can repeat it when required.

   You can then add this stock tint to your lacquer as required. I might add a couple of ounces to four ounces of my stock to a quart of lacquer. You are always better off erring on the lighter side when tinting.

   Even if you don't do it on this project, try it out sometime. It will add another weapon t your finishing arsenal.

   An oil stain, although not my first choice. it very simple. It's finding the right color that takes time.

   One other consideration might be to give it a very light oil treatment. By this I mean use a very thin oil such as watco or minwax antiqiue oil ( they are just very thin varnishes). Use it very sparingly, just enough to color the surface and wipe it dry. Let this dry well for a few days and then proceed with your finish. It may be just enough color for you and be very easy to do.

   ALWAYS ALWAYS make some samples. I hope I didn't overload you. I'm just trying to give you options.

   Be sure and let the Mrs. read this so she knows what you have on your plate.

   Keep me posted.

   Peter

    

    

    

    

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   ccrocker | Aug 21, 2007 03:09pm | #2

   I made some samples before I read this response and although the color was way to dark it seems to give me the translucent coating I was after. I will make the color batch like you said and mix that with my spraying batch.

   I appreciate the help,

   Clay

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   JamesS | Sep 08, 2007 09:16am | #3

   Would'nt the cherry darken enough thru normal agingto light?. "Crystalac" makes a NGR water borne finish that ends up clear, no yellowing and is diamond hard. Expensive though. 

   James

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   ccrocker | Sep 10, 2007 03:16pm | #4

   You and I know this well enough, It is convincing the Mrs that is a little more difficult. I actually finished spraying the cabinets last night. For the most part everything was satisfactory, a little streaking on some of the doors but not enough for the casual observer to notice. I will try the NGR stain if I ever do this again.

   I appreciate your advice,

   Clay